Translation

Move objects around

As the name suggests, translation options enable users to translate the object around. There are few different ways user can use translation options.

Translation handles are the defaults handles that appear when an object is selected.

The axis colors are also shown near the input boxes to relate the rotation values to the handle colors.

C6 prepare section - Object Transform handles and translate form

1. Translate with exact values

When translation handles are highlighted on an object, the translation input form shows up. The forms shows the current X, Y and Z values of the object on the print bed. User can enter valid values here to exactly move the object on the print bed.

C6 prepare section - Translate objects using exact values

User can also Reset the translation values using the RESET button in the translate form

2. Translate along an axis

Clicking and dragging on individual axis will move the object along that axis (only). This is a good option when user wants to move in one direction, and approximately.

C6 prepare section - Translate objects along an axis

3. Translate in a plane

The transform handles allow moving in a plane as well. Hovering the mouse pointer near the center of the axis handle highlights the planes, which can then be clicked and dragged

C6 prepare section - Translate objects in a plane

4. Locking Z axis

Many a times, users don't want the objects to move in Z axis, as it lifts the object up in the air (relative to print bed). In such situation, user can use the Lock Z translation option

C6 prepare section - Translate objects with Z locked