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Geometry Modify Shape Ellipsoid (Spheres)

Right-click a sphere → Ellipsoid → Modify

Allows you to control the center marker used as the anchor point of a ellipsoid (sphere). By controlling the center marker, such as changing the marker used or changing its location, you change the ellipsoid's location and orientation.

Learn about the Sphere Tool.

For the option:	Do the following:
Ellipsoid Name	Displays the name of the ellipsoid you are modifying.
New Ellipsoid Name	If you want, enter a unique name for the ellipsoid.
Adams Id	Assign a unique ID number to the ellipsoid. See Adams Solver ID.
Comments	Add any comments about the ellipsoid that you want to enter to help you manage and identify it. See Comments.
Center Marker	Specify the center marker that defines the center of the ellipsoid.
X Scale	Specify the diameter dimension along the center marker's x-axis.
Y Scale	Specify the diameter dimension along the center marker's y-axis.
Z Scale	Specify the diameter dimension along the center marker's z-axis.