To rotate a view in CATIA Drawing, you typically use a specific combination of mouse buttons while dragging.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
Rotating a View using Mouse Controls
CATIA provides a straightforward method using your mouse to dynamically rotate views on your drawing sheet. This allows you to inspect or position the view from different angles.
Steps to Rotate a View
Follow these steps to rotate a view directly using your mouse:
- Select the View: First, click on the view you wish to rotate to make it active. A frame will typically appear around the view.
- Engage Rotation Mode: To initiate the rotation function using mouse controls, you need to press and hold a specific combination of mouse buttons.
- According to the reference, to rotate, simultaneously hold down the middle mouse bottom and hold down either the right or left mouse button.
- Perform the Rotation: While holding down the required mouse buttons, move your mouse. The view should rotate around its center or a defined rotation point as you move the mouse.
- Release Buttons: Once the view is oriented to your desired angle, release the mouse buttons.
This method allows for free rotation, giving you visual feedback as you adjust the view's orientation.
Understanding the Mouse Combination
The specific combination mentioned – holding the middle mouse button and either the right or left mouse button simultaneously – is the standard CATIA mouse control for dynamic rotation in many environments, including drawings. The middle mouse button (often the scroll wheel) acts as a pivot engagement, while combining it with another button (left or right) triggers the rotation action.
Using this dynamic method is often quicker than inputting specific angles through dialogue boxes for quick adjustments or visual inspection.
