- All 2D objects can have their graphic attributes changed whether they are lines, rectangles, polygons or text. 2D objects, unlike 3D objects always show their attributes, this is one of the ways we can tell if an object is still in a 2D state.
- The attributes palette is used to control the graphic nature of both 2D and 3D objects, but contains certain elements that are only visible in two dimensions. We will concentrate for now on 2D Attributes.
- 2D Objects are made up of two basic parts:
number of differing settings.
1. Solid: Shows the chosen colour attribute always.
2. None: Turns the object surface invisible showing any objects underneath.
This can be useful when aligning two 2D objects.
3. Pattern: Vectorworks has a library of pre-designed patterns to assign to 2D
objects.
4. Hatches: Vectorworks has a library of pre-designed hatches to assign to
objects. This is especially useful when drawing sections and providing keys.
5. Images: Vectorworks has lots of image files to use on your 2D surfaces, most
of these are building textures and materials (e.g tiles, brick, turf).
6. Gradient: You can assign surfaces black greyscale and colour gradients.
Pen Line: This refers to the outline of a 2D object and the wireframe of a 3D object. The Pen Line will only show in 3D in Wireframe Render. You can change the colour, thickness and style of the Pen Line to produce realistic plans, sections and elevations.
1 As well as using Vectorworks own pre-set attributes it is possible to design your own. This is done through the Resource Browser Palette.
2 Open up the New Resource tab and you will see a list of options relating to attributes and rendering. For example by choosing New Renderworks Image you can import a pre-saved image file to create your own Image. This may be a photograph, a scanned texture or drawing.
3 Once created you can apply the Image to any 2D surface. Simply select the
surface, locate the Image
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