Selecting Objects
Before you can drag an object, you need to select it. To do this, simply click on it in the Hierarchy or Scene view. If you want to select multiple objects, hold down the Ctrl key (or Command key on Mac) while clicking on each one. This will highlight all the selected objects.
Moving Objects
Once an object is selected, you can move it by dragging it with your mouse in either the Scene or Hierarchy view. If you’re moving the object around in the Scene view, you can also use the arrow keys to nudge it in a specific direction.
Moving Multiple Objects
To move multiple objects at once, simply select all of them and then start dragging. All the selected objects will be moved together as one.
Snapping Objects to Grid
Unity has a built-in snap feature that allows you to quickly and easily align objects to a grid. To use this feature, simply hold down the Shift key while dragging an object. This will cause the object to snap to the nearest grid line as you move it.
Dragging Objects with Keyboard Shortcuts
In addition to dragging objects with your mouse, you can also use keyboard shortcuts to move them around. Here are some common shortcuts:
- G: Move the selected object up one grid space.
- D: Move the selected object down one grid space.
- R: Rotate the selected object 90 degrees clockwise.
- L: Rotate the selected object 90 degrees counterclockwise.
- S: Scale the selected object up in all directions.
- Z: Scale the selected object down in all directions.
Conclusion
Dragging objects is a simple but powerful tool in Unity 3D. With just a few clicks, you can easily move and position objects in your scene. Whether you’re creating a new project or working on an existing one, mastering the art of dragging objects will help you work more efficiently and effectively.