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Adding constraints


The workflow for adding constraints between objects or groups is simple: multi-select the follower and the leader in that order, then choose the constraint.

To add a constraint to an object:
  1. Select the object (the follower).
  2. Shift-select the object that will constrain it (the leader).
  3. Note: The order is important: the first object selected will be the follower and the second will be the leader.

  4. Click the Lock button so that it is unlocked.
  5. This temporarily disables constraints.

  6. Choose a relation from the Relations menu.
  7. The constraint appears in the World Explorer under the follower object.

  8. Choose View > Display > Constraints to view the constraint in the viewports.
  9. Select the constraint and adjust its parameters. To select the constraint, click the blue constraint icon in the viewport or select the constraint in the World Explorer or Parameter Editor.
  10. Turn on Lock, and test the constraint.
  11. To adjust the offset, turn off the Lock button, and adjust the objects or the constraint icon. When you are satisfied, turn the Lock button on again.
To view the constraint in the viewports:

Choose View > Display > Constraints


See also:

Unlocking constraints

Using weight to control multiple constraints

Basic Constraints

Bounding constraints

Joint constraints

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