# Why does the modelling software show a different orientation compared to the top view in D5?

Reason: D5 uses Left-handed coordinate system while 3ds Max/SketchUp and some other software use a right-handed coordinate system, so there will be discrepancies between them.

Solution: It is suggested to **use the D5 Converter plugin to sync the top view perspective in modeling software.** This can make the top view effect be consistent with that in the modeling software.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/qgmyoHjpz4sd7kYXeM1X" alt=""><figcaption><p>Effect of top view in modelling software and D5 respectively</p></figcaption></figure></div>


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