How to change the pivot point of objects

Modified on Thu, 4 Jul at 6:27 AM

The pivot point determines the position around which objects are rotated or scaled. 


To change the pivot point of objects, first launch the Settings window



To reset an object's pivot to origin

  • Select an object in the Object List.
  • Press Pivot point > Reset.


To edit an object's pivot manually

  • Select an object in the Object List.
  • Activate any of the manipulators in the toolbar.
  • Press Pivot point > Edit to activate custom pivot editing. The custom pivot manipulator appears.
  • Use the custom manipulator to move the pivot point.
  • Press Pivot point > Edit to exit custom pivot editing.

TIP: Use snapping tools to snap the center handle of the pivot manipulator to a specific location.


To reset an object's pivot to center

  • Select an object in the Object List.
  • Press Pivot point > Center.

The pivot point moves to the center of the object and its children.