3D orbit in LT?

[Jordan Truesdell]

Does anyone know how to visually rotate a 3D object in AutocadLT? I've got a 3D model, and I can choose different defined views, but I can't seem to figure out how to dynamically rotate the view.

[dzatto]

I'm not sure you can do it in LT, but try SHIFT+Middle button. Make sure mbuttonpan is set to 1.

[H-Angus]

I'm not sure you can do it in LT, but try SHIFT+Middle button. Make sure mbuttonpan is set to 1.

You are correct LT doesn't have the 3DOrbit command, although there are a few third party add-ons which will give you 3D navigation tools.

[dzatto]

AHhh just another reason why I love my ACA! Until it starts acting up, that is.

[joseph_ryan]

I had that problem untill 2008 and found PUBLISH
It is an AutoDesk Dsign Review that came with the install.

I work with engineers with LT and I have regular AutoCAD and do alot of 3D models.
In the past they would have to gather around my monitor while I did 3D ORBIT made changes on the fly and printed the design.

Now with 2008 ............

Try using PUBLISH
In page setup use 3D DWF

The engineers love it. They can now orbit, measure, mark-up.

Check it out

[dzatto]

Yep, plus Design review is a free download, so you can put it on every computer, then publish a 3D DWF and send it to everyone. They can even cut sections, make mark ups and send them back to you. It's a pretty cool program for a free one.