You can rotate the view of your canvas in Toon Boom Harmony or Storyboard Pro using several methods, including menu options, tool selections, right-click menus, and keyboard shortcuts.
Rotating the view helps artists draw at comfortable angles without physically rotating their display or body. It's a common feature in digital art and animation software.
Here are the primary ways to rotate your canvas view based on the provided information:
Methods to Rotate the View
Toon Boom provides flexible options to rotate the Drawing or Camera view. Choose the method that best fits your workflow:
1. Using the Top Menu
Navigate through the application's main menu bar:
- From the top menu, select Drawing > Tools > Rotate View.
This action typically activates the Rotate View tool, allowing you to click and drag in the view to rotate it.
2. Selecting the Tool from the Toolbar
The Rotate View tool is often grouped with other navigation tools like the Hand tool (Pan).
- In the Tools toolbar, select the Rotate View tool. You can usually find it within the Hand tool menu dropdown.
Once selected, clicking and dragging in your view will rotate the canvas.
3. Using the Right-Click Menu
For quick access directly within the Drawing or Camera view:
- In the Drawing or Camera view, right-click to open the context menu.
- Select Drawing Tools > Rotate View from the menu.
This method also activates the tool for immediate use.
4. Using a Keyboard Shortcut
A very fast and efficient way to temporarily activate the rotate function is using a keyboard modifier:
- Hold down Ctrl + Alt (on Windows/Linux) or ⌘ + Alt (on macOS).
While holding these keys, click and drag in the view to rotate. Releasing the keys often switches back to your previously selected tool.
Summary Table
| Method | Steps | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Top Menu | Select Drawing > Tools > Rotate View | Main Menu Bar |
| Tools Toolbar | Select Rotate View from the Hand tool menu | Tools Toolbar |
| Right-Click Menu | Right-click in view > Select Drawing Tools > Rotate View | Drawing/Camera View |
| Keyboard Shortcut | Hold Ctrl + Alt (Win/Linux) or ⌘ + Alt (macOS) and drag | Any View |
Using these methods allows you to easily adjust the canvas orientation while working, improving comfort and drawing precision.
