ReferenceCameraCamera Modes

Camera Modes (Viewpoint Switching, Bird’s Eye, Human View)

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R.Design offers 4 camera modes that allow you to switch viewpoints depending on your needs.

Overview of 4 Camera Modes

ModePurposeFeatures
3D Camera(to check: purpose)(to check: feature details)
2D Camera(to check: purpose)(to check: feature details)
2.5D Camera(to check: purpose)(to check: feature details)
Human Camera(to check: purpose)(to check: feature details, eye height)
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Verification Required: The purpose and feature descriptions for each camera mode are not documented in the source and were estimated. Please provide accurate information.

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4 Camera Modes Comparison
Visual differences between 3D / 2D / 2.5D / Human
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How to Switch

Keyboard Shortcuts

KeyAction
HSwitch to Human Camera
Ctrl + 0Cycle through camera modes

Switching via UI

(to check: UI switching method details)


Mode Details

3D Camera Mode (Standard)

(to check: 3D camera mode detailed description)

2D Camera Mode (Bird’s Eye)

(to check: 2D camera mode detailed description)

2.5D Camera Mode (Isometric)

(to check: 2.5D camera mode detailed description)

Human Camera Mode (Eye-Level)

(to check: Human camera mode detailed description, eye height)

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Verification Required: Detailed descriptions for each mode, human camera eye height, and Collision detection behavior need verification. The source file (Collision.md) was empty.


Multiple Camera Setup

R.Design allows you to place multiple cameras in a single room and quickly switch between different viewpoints.

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This feature is only available in Editor Mode.

Camera List

Manage your placed cameras in the “Camera List”.

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Camera List UI
Multiple camera management screen
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Camera Operations

OperationMethod
Duplicate CameraClick the duplicate icon. New camera is added at the end of the list.
Switch Active CameraClick a thumbnail. Selected camera shows orange border.
Delete CameraMouse over thumbnail and click trash icon.
Rename CameraClick the name below thumbnail to edit.
Change OrderDrag and drop thumbnails.
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Note: The currently active camera cannot be deleted. Make another camera active first, then delete.

Steps to Set Up Multiple Cameras

  1. Duplicate Camera: Click the duplicate icon in Camera List
  2. Select New Camera: Click the duplicated camera (at list bottom) to make it active
  3. Adjust Position: Move camera to new position
  4. Update Thumbnail: Click thumbnail again to update with current view
  5. Name It (Optional): Rename to something descriptive like “Living Room” or “Dining”