The simplest way to turn off symmetry in ZBrush is to disable the "Activate Symmetry" button located on the top toolbar. It's represented by the X, Y, and Z axes.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Locate the Activate Symmetry Button: Look for the "Activate Symmetry" button in the top toolbar. It usually displays X, Y, and Z symbols, indicating which axes are currently mirrored.
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Disable Symmetry: Click the "Activate Symmetry" button. This will deactivate the symmetry feature for all active axes. The button will visually indicate that symmetry is off (the axes icons might appear grayed out or deselect).
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Specific Axis Control: If you only want to disable symmetry on a specific axis (e.g., just the X-axis), click on the corresponding axis button (X, Y, or Z) next to the "Activate Symmetry" button to toggle it on or off. This provides more granular control over symmetry.
Symmetry and Subdivision Levels:
Keep in mind that if you're using "Poseable Symmetry" and subdivide your mesh, ZBrush will revert to normal symmetry. In this case, you'll need to click "Use Poseable Symmetry" again if you want to re-enable it.
