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# How to Place Move Rotate and Scale an Asset

A simple guide to placing an asset and using the transform tools in Sandbox Studio. Add a model to the scene, move it by axis or plane, rotate it, scale it uniformly, and switch tools with keyboard shortcuts.

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## Drag a model into the scene

Find the model in the Assets panel, then drag it into the scene. Select the new asset so its transform controls and settings are available.
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## Activate the Move tool

Select the Move button in the top toolbar, or press W.
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## Move along one axis

Drag a gizmo arrow to move the asset along the selected X, Y, or Z axis.
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## Move within a plane

Drag one of the squares between two axes. The asset moves within that plane while the remaining axis stays fixed.
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## Enter a precise position

Use the transform values in the Inspector when you need a more exact result. Drag a value or type the position required for the selected axis.

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*TRANSFORM GIZMO: The coloured arrows, squares, and handles attached to the selected asset are the visual controls for its transform.*
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## Activate the Rotate tool

Select the Rotate button in the top toolbar. Use the rotation gizmo in the same way as the move gizmo, choosing the axis you want to rotate around.
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## Activate the Scale tool

Select the Scale button in the top toolbar. Drag an axis handle when you want to scale in one direction.
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## Scale uniformly

Drag the square in the centre of the scale gizmo. All axes change together, preserving the proportions of the asset.
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## Switch tools with shortcuts

Use Q, W, E, and R to move through the available selection and transform tools without returning to the toolbar.
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## What You've Done

The asset is placed and can be positioned, rotated, or scaled with either the on-screen gizmos or precise Inspector values.


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