# How to use Parallel Projection?

## What is Parallel Projection?

Parallel projection is a method of mapping points or objects in three-dimensional space onto a two-dimensional projection plane. Parallel projection removes perspective distortion and is suitable for creating plans, elevations, sections and axonometric drawings.

## Operation Portal

* In the upper right corner of the preview screen, go to the 'Camera' → 'View' section and click the 'Parallel' button (shortcut key: P).
* LiveSync plugin for SketchUp and 3ds Max supports parallel view now.

> **Note:** Parallel projection mode also supports Outline mode and AO stylized rendering effects to meet various of drawing needs.

<figure><img src="/files/nLkjCA1qaNzNLg3arSLF" alt=""><figcaption><p>Parallel Projection</p></figcaption></figure>

### Align Views

<figure><img src="/files/er21rxrWupNfeV0NQG3D" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

The Align tool allows users to quickly align the camera to any model surface.

After clicking the 'Align' button to activate the Align View tool, the mouse pointer style will change. Users can then click on a model surface in the viewport. The camera will automatically adjust its angle based on the intersection of the selected surface and the direction of its normal, aligning the view vertically to the selected surface to generate a view.

### Shortcuts

| Modes                 | Shortcuts |
| --------------------- | --------- |
| Perspective           | P         |
| Parallel Projection   | P         |
| Two-point Perspective | F8        |
| Top                   | T         |
| Bottom                | Alt + T   |
| Front                 | F         |
| Back                  | Alt + F   |
| Left                  | -         |
| Right                 | -         |


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