Creating a scene in 2D

Drawing walls in the 2D view

When you create a scene from scratch, start with drawing walls.

1. Click Draw Wall on the Toolbar
2. The cursor will turn into a pencil
3. Move the cursor to where you want to begin drawing
4. Click once
5. Drag the line to the desired length
6. Click again when you have reached the desired length
7. Draw the 2nd wall perpendicular to the 1st wall
8. Click again when you have reached the desired length
9. Repeat until you have finished all four walls and constructed a room

TIP:

• Adjust the dimensions anytime by clicking and dragging a wall
• Right Click on your mouse and select Draw Walls to draw walls
• Type D to draw walls

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Inserting doors in the 2D view

You can insert one or more doors into each wall.

1. Click Insert Doors on the Toolbar
2. A list of door styles appear on the Catalog panel on the left
3. Click and drag a door to a wall
4. Click to insert the door

TIP:

• Advanced functions: Right Click on your mouse to select Insert > Doors for more style and dimension options e.g. Glass > Double-Flush > 36 X 80"
• If the door turns to red, that means its location is in conflict with other objects (e.g. a window)

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Inserting windows in the 2D view

You can insert one or more windows into each wall.

1. Click Insert Windows on the Toolbar
2. A list of window styles appear on the Catalog panel on the left
3. Click and drag a window to a wall
4. Click to insert the window

TIP:

• Advanced functions: Right Click on your mouse to select Insert > Windows for more style and dimension options e.g. Glass > 36 X 36"
• If the window turns to red, that means its location is in conflict with other objects (e.g. a window)

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Inserting lights in the 2D view

1. Click Insert Lights on the Toolbar
2. Place the cursor where you want to place the light
3. Click to insert the light

TIP:

• Right Click on your mouse and select Lights > Add Light
• Type L to insert lights
• A message will pop up if you have reached the limit of lights for that design layout

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Inserting extra structural features in the 2D view

You may add extra features to a Scene in addition to walls, doors and windows Insert Stairs

1. On the Catalog panel, Click on the drop down list
2. Select Stairs
3. Click and drag a stair into the scene
4. Click to insert the stair

TIP:

• If the stair turns to red, that means its location is in conflict with other objects (e.g. a window)

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Insert Posts

1. Right click on your mouse
2. Select Insert > Posts > Square 12X12" or Square 24X24"
3. Place the post in the desired position
4. Click to insert the post

TIP:

• Click on a post then the circle to rotate a post

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Adding or removing objects in the 2D view

In a 2D view, you can add the following objects

• Walls
• Doors
• Windows
• Lights
• Stairs
• Posts

Remove an object

1. Click on an object in the scene
2. Click on Remove on the Toolbar

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Moving objects in the 2D view

You can move objects to customize your scene

1. Click on an object in the scene
2. Drag the object to the desired location

TIP:

• If the object turns red, that means its location is in conflict with other surrounding objects.

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Resizing objects in the 2D view

You can resize walls, doors and windows anytime to customize your scene
Resize a wall

1. Click on a wall
2. Drag it to the new position (adjacent walls will be adjusted automatically)

Resize a door

1. Place the cursor over a door
2. Click on one of the 2 circles at the edge of the door
3. Drag the door to the desired width

TIP:

• If the door turns red, it means the new dimensions are in conflict with surrounding objects (e.g. a window).

Resize a window

1. Click on a window
2. Click on the edge of the window
3. Drag the window to the desired width

TIP:

• If the window turns red, it means the new dimensions are in conflict with surrounding objects (e.g. a window).

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Duplicating objects in the 2D view

You can make a copy of an object right in the scene. Duplicate an object

1. Click on an object
2. Click Duplicate on the toolbar

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Undoing or redoing an action in the 2D view

You can undo the last action (e.g. return to the last view) or redo the last action (e.g. re-add the object you just deleted)
Undo

1. Click on Undo to undo the last action e.g. return to the last view

Redo

1. Click on Redo to redo the last action e.g. re-add the object you just deleted

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Viewing in 2D

The view functions allow you to view your scene in various ways. Zoom

1. Click Zoom in to zoom into your scene from the current angle
2. Click Zoom out to zoom out from the current angle

View whole scene

1. Click View whole scene to step back and look at your whole scene

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Writing a note about an object

To help you organize, create and shop, you can attach a personal note to an object.
Write a note about an object

1. Select an object in the scene
2. Click Note tab open a note area
3. Enter text
4. Click Save

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Add an object

1. Go to the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. Select subcategories from the drop down lists
3. Click on an object and drag it into the scene

OR

1. Click the Google 3D Objects tab at the top of the screen
2. Navigate and find the Google object you want
3. Click Download to insert the object into your scene

The selected object appears at the bottom of the page . You can view a large image (link to "Inspect an object") or write a note (link to "write a note") about this object.

Remove an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click Remove Object on the toolbar to delete the selected object from the scene

Modify an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click and hold the Left Mouse Button to move the selected object
3. Click Rotate Clockwise or Rotate Counter-clockwise on the toolbar to rotate the selected object incrementally in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction
4. Click Move Higher or Move Lower to adjust the height of the selected object

Duplicate an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click Duplicate to create an identical object

Inspect an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected) or on the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. A thumbnail of the object appears at the bottom of the page
3. Click View Object to view an enlarged image from different angles

Write a note about an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected) or on the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. A thumbnail of the object appears at the bottom of the page
3. Click Note to enter your note about the selected object

Undo or redo an action

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1. Click on Undo to undo the last action e.g. return to the last view
2. Click on Redo to redo the last action e.g. re-add the object you just deleted

Zoom in, Zoom out, and View whole scene

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• Click Zoom in to zoom into your scene from the current angle
• Click Zoom out to zoom out of your scene from the current angle
• Click View whole scene to step back and look at your whole scene

Browse shopping websites

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Save your scene

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• If this is a new, unsaved scene
1. Click on Save in the toolbar
2. Go to the Save Panel on the left side of the screen
3. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
4. Click the Save button
• If there are new changes since you last saved the scene
1. Click on Save in the toolbar
2. All changes are automatically saved
• If you import a scene that is created by someone else NOTE: You cannot save a scene that is marked "View Only"
1. Click on Save or Save As in the toolbar
2. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
3. Click the Save button
• If you want to save a copy of the scene in a different name
1. Click on Save As in the toolbar
2. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
3. Click the Save button

Start a new scene

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1. Click on New scene in the toolbar
2. Your current scene closes and a new blank scene will appear Note: If you have not saved your current scene, or if there are changes since you last saved, a reminder will appear.

Exit

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Creating a scene in 3D

Add walls

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1. Click 2D view tab at the top of the screen
2. Click Draw wall to insert walls into your scene

Add an object

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1. Go to the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. Select subcategories from the drop down lists
3. Click on an object and drag it into the scene

*picture* OR

1. Click the Google 3D Objects tab at the top of the screen
2. Navigate and find the Google object you want
3. Click Download to insert the object into your scene

The selected object appears at the bottom of the page You can view a large image (link to "Inspect an object") or write a note (link to "write a note") about this object.

Remove an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click Remove Object on the toolbar to delete the selected object from the scene

Modify an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click and hold the Left Mouse Button to move the selected object
3. Click Rotate Clockwise or Rotate Counter-clockwise on the toolbar to rotate the selected object incrementally in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction
4. Click Move Higher or Move Lower to adjust the height of the selected object

Duplicate an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected)
2. Click Duplicate to create an identical object

Inspect an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected) or on the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. A thumbnail of the object appears at the bottom of the page
3. Click View Object to view an enlarged image from different angles

Write a note about an object

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1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected) or on the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. A thumbnail of the object appears at the bottom of the page
3. Click Note *pic* to enter your note about the selected object

Brighten or dim the scene

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1. Click on Increase Lighting to incrementally increase the brightness of the whole scene
2. Click on Decrease Lighting to incrementally dim the whole scene
3. A scale indicates the level of brightness - the corresponding icon will be greyed out if the lighting has reached its maximum or minimum levels

Undo or redo an action

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• Click on Undo to undo the last action e.g. return to the last view
• Click on Redo to redo the last action e.g. re-add the object you just deleted

Using Cameras

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Print your scene

Click Print on the toolbar

Follow the instructions to print the current scene to your chosen printer

Take a snapshot

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Browse shopping websites

Back to top< Whenever you select an object, relevant information is presented at the bottom of the screen. Click on the links to explore and shop for items

Save your scene

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• If this is a new, unsaved scene
1. Click on Save in the toolbar
2. Go to the Save Panel on the left side of the screen
3. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
4. Click the Save button
• If there are new changes since you last saved the scene
1. Click on Save in the toolbar
2. All changes are automatically saved
• If you import a scene that is created by someone else NOTE: You cannot save a scene that is marked "View Only"
1. Click on Save or Save As in the toolbar
2. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
3. Click the Save button
• If you want to save a copy of the scene in a different name
1. Click on Save As in the toolbar
2. Enter a scene name and optional information such as tags
3. Click the Save button

Start a new scene

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1. Click on New scene in the toolbar
2. Your current scene closes and a new blank scene will appear Note: If you have not saved your current scene, or if there are changes since you last saved, a reminder will appear.

Exit

Back to top Click on the X at the top right hand corner of your screen to exit. A reminder will appear if your scene or new changes have not been saved.

Using Google 3D Objects

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Browsing shopping sites

Understanding how to shop in scenecaster

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To enhance your experience, SceneCaster provides shopping links that are relevant to the objects you have selected. That means, you can create, browse and shop at the same time.

1. Click on an object in the scene (a blue box indicates that an object is selected) or on the Object Catalog on the left side of the screen
2. A thumbnail of the object and relevant shopping links appear at the bottom of the page
3. Click on a link to open a new page
4. A new tab appears at the top of the screen indicating the shop you are visiting (tip: place your mouse over the tab to see the corresponding object)
5. You can switch between creating a scene and shopping any time
6. Click on Close to close the shopping page

Using The Camera

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Advanced Functions

When Creating Your Scene in 2D

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Chain *inserticon*
Measurement *inserticon*	Select imperial or metric system Measure from the centre, internal or external structure
Shape *inserticon*	Display a tool palette
Wall type *inserticon*	Select the thickness of the wall
Insert *inserticon*	Insert windows, doors or posted of various types and dimensions
Trace image *inserticon*
View *inserticon*	Show or hide rule, grid and guideline on your scene
Snap *inserticon*	Turn on and off the Snap setting
Snap setting *inserticon*	Change the snap setting include grid, guidelines, points and extensions
Properties *inserticon*	View and adjust object properties including door trim, window trim, baseboard, crown moulding, cabinet height and ceiling height

When creating your scene in 3D, with an object selected

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Lock/Unlock object *inserticon*	Lock or unlock an object in its current location
Group objects *inserticon*	Group a set of objects by Click on an object Hold down the Control key Click other objects Right click and select Group
Ungroup objects *inserticon*	Ungroup the selected object group
Rotate clockwise 45 *inserticon*	Rotate the selected object by 45 degrees in a clockwise direction
Rotate counter-clockwise 45 *inserticon*	Rotate the selected object by 45 degrees in a counter-clockwise direction
Rotate clockwise 90 *inserticon*	Rotate the selected object by 90 degrees in a clockwise direction
Rotate counter-clockwise 90 *inserticon*	Rotate the selected object by 90 degrees in a counter-clockwise direction
Rotate 180 *inserticon*	Rotate the selected object by 180 degrees

Frequently Asked Questions

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