Getting Started with Greybox: Essential 3D Editing Functions

Greybox makes 3D editing accessible to everyone. This guide walks you through the essential functions you'll need to create and manipulate your 3D projects with confidence.

Placing an object

Adding 3D objects to your workspace is simple:

1. Locate the main toolbar at the bottom of the viewport
2. Select the object type from the menu (cube, sphere, cylinder, etc.)
3. Click anywhere in your workspace to place the object, or click anywhere and drag to start drawing

Using the Object Library

Add pre-made objects from Greybox's collection:

1. Go to the left panel to access the object library, under 'Assets'
2. Browse through available categories and objects
3. Click on an object to select it
4. Click anywhere in your workspace to place the selected object
5. Alternatively, drag and drop objects from the library directly into your scene
6. You can search for specific objects using the search bar at the top of the library

Viewing an object

Navigate around your 3D space with ease:

• Rotate: Left-click and drag to rotate around your scene
• Moving sideways (panning): Right-click and drag to move the view horizontally/vertically
• Camera Movement: Use WASD or ARROW keys to move the camera
• Zoom: Use the scroll wheel or pinch in/out on touchscreens
• Focus: Select an object and press F to center the view on it

Moving an object

Select the object by clicking on it - you then have 3 options to move an object:

1. Colored arrows will appear - drag the red, green, or blue arrow to move along the X, Y, or Z axis
2. For free movement, simply left-click and drag the object around
3. Enter precise coordinates in the Properties panel on the right

Rotating an object

Change the orientation of your 3D objects:

1. Select your object
2. Colored rings will appear - drag any ring to rotate around that axis
3. For free rotation, drag outside the rings
4. Set exact rotation angles in the Properties panel

Resizing an object

Adjust the dimensions of your 3D objects:

1. Select your object
2. Drag the colored handles to scale
   • Tip: Hold Shift while scaling to scale evenly on all axis
3. Another option is to simply enter precise measurements in the Properties panel

Grouping objects

Organize and manipulate multiple objects together:

1. Select multiple objects by holding Shift and clicking each one, or select them in the left panel under 'Scene'
2. Right-click and select "Group" (or press Ctrl+G)
3. The grouped objects will now move, rotate, and scale as a single unit
4. To ungroup an object, select the object in the left panel and drag it out of the group in the list

Duplicating objects

Create an exact copy of any object:

1. Select the object
2. Hold Alt and drag the object to create a duplicate
3. Alternatively, right-click the object and select "Duplicate" from the context menu

Hiding objects

Temporarily remove objects from view without deleting them:

1. Select the object
2. Press CTRL + H to hide it (or right-click and select "Toggle visibility")

Creating Holes

Add negative space to your 3D objects:

1. Create or select the object that will have the hole
2. Select 'Add a hole' in the toolbar or right-click the object and select 'Add a hole'
3. Pick the primitive shape you want the hole to be in
4. Position the "hole object" where you want the hole to be

Remember that practice makes perfect! Experiment with these functions to become comfortable with Greybox's intuitive interface. And if you have any more questions or would like a demo, feel free to drop us a note at hello@greybox.app!

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