To move an object along a specific axis in Blender, the shortcut involves using the G key to initiate the move, followed by a key representing the axis: X, Y, or Z.
Detailed Explanation
Here's a breakdown of how to move an object along a specific axis:
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Select the Object: First, select the object you want to move in the 3D Viewport.
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Initiate the Move: Press the G key (for Grab/Move). This puts the object into move mode. You can now freely move the object with your mouse.
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Constrain to an Axis:
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Global Axis: To constrain the movement to a global axis (X, Y, or Z), press the corresponding axis key after pressing G. For example:
- G then X : Moves the object along the global X-axis.
- G then Y : Moves the object along the global Y-axis.
- G then Z : Moves the object along the global Z-axis.
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Local Axis: To constrain the movement to a local axis (relative to the object's orientation), press the corresponding axis key twice after pressing G. For example:
- G then X then X : Moves the object along its local X-axis.
- G then Y then Y : Moves the object along its local Y-axis.
- G then Z then Z : Moves the object along its local Z-axis.
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Numerical Input (Optional): After specifying the axis, you can type in a numerical value to move the object by a precise amount along that axis. For instance, G, X, 5 would move the object 5 Blender units along the global X-axis.
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Confirm or Cancel:
- Left-click the mouse or press Enter to confirm the new position.
- Right-click the mouse or press Esc to cancel the move and return the object to its original position.
Summary
In summary, the shortcut for moving along an axis in Blender is G (to grab/move), followed by the axis key (X, Y, or Z). Pressing the axis key twice will constrain movement to the object's local axis.
