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Open-Source Simulation & Computer Aided Machining - A 3-axis CNC GCode simulator
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Add Orthographic Camera View Support #429

Open findux opened 1 month ago

findux commented 1 month ago

Description: Hello,

First of all, thank you for developing and maintaining this great project! I would like to request a new feature that I believe would enhance the usability of Camotic: the addition of an orthographic camera view.

Motivation: The orthographic view is essential in various fields such as CAD modeling, architectural visualization, and 3D data analysis. It eliminates perspective distortion, making it easier to analyze geometric relationships, align objects, and take precise measurements. Adding this feature would greatly benefit users working on such tasks.

Proposed Solution:

Add an orthographic camera mode toggle in the camera settings or toolbar. Allow switching between perspective and orthographic modes seamlessly. (Optional) Include shortcut keys for quick switching between views. Alternatives Considered: A workaround could be setting up a very distant perspective camera to approximate an orthographic view, but this is not ideal and can be cumbersome for users.

Additional Context: Many visualization tools, such as Blender and CAD software, already support orthographic views. Incorporating this feature into Camotic would make it more versatile and user-friendly, especially for professionals in technical fields.

Thank you for considering this feature request! Please let me know if I can provide more details or help in any way.

Best regards, Eyüp Fındıklı