Blender Reset 3D Cursor: A Beginner's Guide

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In this article, we'll cover how to reset your 3d cursor in Blender, focusing on versions 2.8 and earlier.

Why Reset Your 3D Cursor?

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Resetting the 3D cursor is a crucial skill for any blender user, especially those new to computer-aided design (CAD) or game development. The 3D cursor serves as an essential reference point in Blender's viewport, allowing you to easily manipulate objects and navigate through your scene.

In this guide, we'll cover the following topics:

1. Setting up a fresh workspace

2. Resetting the 3d cursor

* Using hotkeys (Blender 2.8+)

- The Hotkey Method

Reseting Your Viewport

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Before diving into resetting your 3D cursor, it's essential to understand how to set up an optimal viewport.

1. Press `Ctrl + Alt + R` on Windows or `Cmd + Option + R` on Mac to enter 'Default' mode.

2. In the 'Camera' panel (top-left corner), click on 'Perspective' and then select a suitable perspective view, such as 'Front Ortho'.

Resetting Your 3D Cursor

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### Using Hotkeys

To reset your 3d cursor using hotkeys:

1. Press `Ctrl + Alt + C` or `Cmd + Option + C` to open the Object Info panel.

2. Click on the 'Reset' button next to 'Origin'.

Alternatively, you can use these keyboard shortcuts directly:

* Windows: `Alt + Ctrl + Spacebar`

* Mac: `Option + Command + Spacebar`

### Manually Resetting

If using hotkeys doesn't work for some reason:

1. Press `Ctrl + Shift + C` or `Command + Option + C` to open the 3D Cursor Gizmo.

2. Click on any empty space in your viewport.

Troubleshooting

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In earlier versions of Blender (before 2.8), resetting the origin is slightly more complex:

1. Select an object and press `Tab`.

2. In the Object Info panel, click on 'Origin' at the top-right corner.

3. Choose a new Origin type from the drop-down menu.

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In conclusion, reseting your 3D cursor in Blender can be achieved through various methods depending on your operating system and version of blender you're using. Remember to always keep an eye out for updates to ensure that these hotkeys continue working as intended!

Additional Tips:

- To set the origin back to its default position (center), press `Ctrl + Alt + C` or `Cmd + Option + C`.

- For more information on navigating within Blender, check out our dedicated article: 'Blender Navigation Fundamentals'(http://blenderdaily.com/2014/09/blender-navigation-fundamentals).

By following these simple steps and practicing regularly, you'll be well-equipped to tackle even the most complex 3D modeling projects in no time!

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