The 3D Xtra; Using The Shockwave 3D Window - MACROMEDIA DIRECTOR MX-USING DIRECTOR MX Use Manual

The 3D Xtra

The 3D Xtra lets you include 3D models in a Director movie. You can import 3D models or
worlds created with a 3D modeling program and use Director to deliver them on the web. You
can also combine the abilities of Director and your 3D modeling software by building a 3D world
in your modeling program and adding to it or modifying it in Director.
To use 3D images and text created in third-party rendering software, you must convert the file to
the W3D (Web 3D) format, which Director supports. Typically, each rendering application
requires its own specific file converter to create W3D files. See the documentation for your 3D
modeling software for information about creating W3D files.

Using the Shockwave 3D window

The Shockwave 3D window provides an easy way for you to inspect a 3D cast member. Some
properties of 3D cast members can also be edited in this window.
To use the Shockwave 3D window:
Select a 3D cast member in the cast.
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Click the Shockwave 3D Window button on the Director MX toolbar.
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The Shockwave 3D window appears, displaying the 3D cast member currently selected
in the cast.
Use the following controls:
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