Time for action – rotating the view in another direction with the NumPad

You can also rotate on other axes. However, these operate a little differently. The 2 and the 8 key rotate your view with respect to the view from which you start. The steps are as follows:

  1. Press the 3 key on the NumPad to get the Right view.
  2. Press the 2 key on the NumPad several times to rotate positively around the Y axis.
  3. Press the 8 key on the NumPad several times to rotate negatively around the Y axis.
  4. Press the 1 key on the NumPad to get the Front view.
  5. Press the 2 key on the NumPad several times times to rotate positively around the X axis.
  6. Press the 8 key on the NumPad several times to rotate negatively around the X axis.

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