Scale factor ?

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#1

I have a dxf terrian file (3d faces) that is based on 1unit = 1meter.
What scale should I apply to my object in blender ?

The problem I have is that when I bring in my camera, it is at a different scale to that of my model and as a result I cannot see it in my viewport.

Note, I am a newbie.

thanks in advance.

#2

I don´t think there´s a rule set in stone for this. If your model came too small, try scaling it to a factor you can remember later if you need to re-import later (like 10 or so). If it´s too big, scale it down…

#3

I’m with arangel, it’s all just relative. If the model’s too small in the camera, just select all the model (including the lamp) and scale it up.

#4

Blender unofficially assumes 1 Unit ~= 1 meter, so in general, you should try to follow that rule.

(I can state reasons for my assumption if anyone complains :slight_smile:

#5

thanks intrr

I like that rule.

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