A beginner’s guide to HaoChen 3D software: A comprehensive overview of the sketching functions!

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All seemingly complex 3D model designs start with sketching, and mastering the steps and techniques of sketching is an essential skill in using 3D software for drawing. So how can one go from a beginner to proficiency in the shortest possible time? Below, this article will introduce to you the tips for using the sketching function in HaoChen 3D software. Steps for 3D sketch drawing: 1. Select the drawing command, such as the Sketch tab → Drawing group → Line command. As shown in the figure below: 2. Lock a specific sketch plane: Select the desired location for drawing the sketch ； Start drawing a sketch in the new file, highlighting one of the three basic coordinate system planes at the center of the graphics window ； Press F3 or click the lock button. As shown in the figure below: 3. Orient the view to the selected sketch plane by clicking the Sketch View button or using Ctrl+H. 4. Draw the selected 2D elements according to the command prompts displayed in the prompt bar ； Once you have finished drawing the first element, right-click to end that command and select the next 2D drawing command. 5. Add geometric relationships as needed to control the shape of the sketch. Select the desired relationship type from the relationship group, and click on the elements to be associated as prompted. 6. Add dimensions as needed to control the size and position of sketch elements. Add dimensions to the selected element ； Select a dimension command from the Sketch tab or Home tab, such as Smart Dimension. Add dimensions automatically when drawing, enable smart sketches, and on the Automatic Dimensioning page of the smart sketch dialog box, set the option to automatically create dimensions for new geometry. The above are the steps for sketching in the HaoChen 3D software. With this basic introduction, it is possible to get started using this 3D design software quickly; of course, mastering it fully requires continuous practice, as skill comes with experience.