Translate and Rotate Objects
Use the Move tool to translate and rotate selected objects.
Reposition the Move Tool
Reposition the Move tool along an axis, within a plane, or in 3D space to change the center of rotation.
Align the Move Tool to a Feature
Align the x, y, or z axis of the Move tool to a point, an edge, or a face.
Align Objects to Features
Align objects to features such as points, edges, faces, and holes using the Move tool.
Move Tool
An overview of the Move tool
Use the Move tool to translate and rotate selected objects.
- Access
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Microdialog Options
- Align the Move tool with the global axis.
- Align the Move tool along an edge or face. If the Move tool is being repositioned (highlighted orange), clicking this button will force the Move tool to be aligned automatically as you drag it around the model.
Keyboard Shortcuts and Mouse Controls
To do this | Press |
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Activate the Move tool | M or T |
Add/remove from selection | Ctrl + Left Mouse Click |
Reposition the Move tool | Shift + Left Mouse Drag or Double Click |
Temporarily disable snapping | Alt |