Using the 3D Pan tool

Available with 3D Analyst license.

The 3D Pan tool on the Tools toolbar moves both the observer and target positions together, which allows you to move laterally through your 3D view without changing the relative direction in which you are looking. The compass bearing and the tilt angle of the view does not change when using the 3D Pan tool. This is similar to walking sideways while keeping your eyes staring straight ahead.

The 3D Pan tool can only work in surface navigation mode, which is the only mode ArcScene supports. When using the 3D Pan tool in ArcGlobe and you are using global navigation mode, it will not allow the target point to be moved from the center of the planet. As a result, ArcGlobe will automically switch the view to surface mode.

1. In ArcScene, click the 3D Pan button .

The pointer changes to indicate the 3D Pan tool.

2. Click the 3D view and drag it.

The observer and target locations are moved along the same 3D vector to their new positions.

Tip:

• The 3D Pan tool functionality is also exposed via the middle mouse button on the 3D Navigate tool. If you don't have a middle mouse button, you can hold down both left and right mouse buttons simultaneously.
• It is often useful to reset your target location after using the 3D Pan tool, since the target position can be moved above or below the surface. You can use the Center On Target tool or right-click on the 3D view and click Set Target and Center.