KOMPAS-3D v23

The position of the model relative to the viewer is called model orientation.

You can change the orientation of the model directly in the graphic area. To do this, use the orientation control. Details...

The orientation of the model also changes when it rotates. More details on methods of rotating the model...

Often, such orientation is required when one of the projection planes is parallel to the screen plane. In this case, the model view will match its view on a drawing in a standard projection, for example, on a top view or left view. To set such orientation, use the commands of standard orientations.

If required, you can configure a standard orientation in accordance with a pre-defined axonometric scheme or create a custom orientation. Details...