Rotation Modes Explained

The Placement Tool includes several rotation modes to suit different placement scenarios. Below are the available modes, along with descriptions and key settings.

FaceCam Rotation

• Purpose: Automatically orients the asset so it faces the active camera.

• Ideal For: Situations where you always want the asset to be oriented towards the viewer.

  • Cliff edges while placing them oriented toward the editor's view camera.

  • Statues in rooms facing the same direction.

• Key Settings:

  • No manual adjustments are required; the tool aligns based on the current camera view.

• Optional Settings:

  • Surface Alignment: Option to align rotation with the surface normal.

Manual Rotation

• Purpose: Allows you to set a fixed rotation for the asset.

• Ideal For: When you need complete control over the asset’s orientation.

• Key Settings:

  • A manual rotation property lets you define the precise yaw, pitch, and roll.

• Optional Settings:

  • Surface Alignment: Option to align rotation with the surface normal.

Random Rotation

• Purpose: Applies a random rotation within specified ranges.

• Ideal For: Adding variety in scenes by randomizing asset orientation.

• Key Settings:

  • Random Yaw Range: Set minimum and maximum values for yaw.

  • Random Pitch & Roll Ranges: (If applicable) Define limits for pitch and roll.

• Optional Settings:

  • Surface Alignment: Option to align rotation with the surface normal.

Drag Rotation

• Purpose: Adjusts the asset’s rotation based on the drag direction.

• Ideal For: Achieving intuitive, on-the-fly adjustments by dragging in the viewport.

• Optional Settings:

  • Surface Alignment: Option to align rotation with the surface normal.

Each rotation mode is easily selectable in the tool’s settings panel. Adjust the associated variables to match your project’s requirements.