Jewelry Design with Matrix Software Level 1 in English

Master Matrix Software zoom tools for jewelry design, using the mouse scroll wheel, dynamic zoom, control-right-click, zoom extents, zoom selected, zoom window, and restore viewport.

Explore how to display objects in viewports by switching display modes with clicks, choosing glassy or plastic-like states, and using wireframe and perspective views.

Explore 3D coordinates on the C-plane by using x, y, z axes, setting the zero point (0,0,0), and drawing precise lines and points in 3D space.

Master drawing lines and circles in Matrix, using polyline, arc, and circle tools, with ortho alignment, verticals, diameters, radii, and 3-point and 2-point circle methods.

Explore surfaces in matrix as collections of lines and points defined by edges, including oval, triangle, rectangle, and square shapes, with height but not forming solids.

Identify solid volumes as surfaces that are completely closed with no openings. Define these as complete volumes, or solid volumes, to describe enclosed geometry.

Master snaps in matrix design: end, mid, center, quad, near snaps to connect lines precisely, with the Alt key to temporarily disable snaps and c-plane page controls.

Personalize the Matrix environment by adding Rhino tools and palettes via the standard toolbar, save preferences, manage floating palettes, lock them when needed, and maximize viewport space.

Learn to use the select tool in matrix design software, dragging from left to right or right to left, and employing shift to add and Ctrl to remove selections.

Learn to use Matrix software for jewelry design, mastering ring rail, trim, split, join, explode, rotate, move, mirror, control point on, edit point on, and rebuild to craft precise shapes.

Explore how to insert photos and textures into Matrix software using the Picture Frame tool, center the object with the Center Object command, and adjust photo transparency for better design.

Learn two methods for irregular line drawing: drawing freehand ideas or tracing a photo, using end snap to connect segments, locking the image, and joining segments for seamless curves.

Learn to design regular polygons with arraypolar to create an octagon, then build a flower using interpcrv and curve blend, while managing history and grouping for efficient edits.

Design and move lines in 3D space with the Interp Curve tool, adjust control points across viewports, and modify point counts via rebuild or matrix commands to shape curves.

Learn how to convert curves to surfaces in jewelry design using Matrix Software, mastering loft, sweep 2-rail, interp curve, patch, and planar tools to create complex surfaces.

Convert curves and surfaces into solid volumes with extrude curve and surface extrude, explore boolean unions, intersections, and cutters to model diverse, closed or open shapes.

Explore layers and colours in jewelry design, selecting the active colour and drawing with colour while switching to green. Use lock and show/hide icons to manage colours across four layers.

Master the bounding box and cage edit tools by selecting a sphere, manipulating four axis points to reshape volume with 2D and 1D scaling, undo with Ctrl+Z.

Explore Rhino History, a blue head-shaped option that turns off when clicked, and propagate base object changes across copies using the array polar command.

Learn to use the gumball tool to rotate, move, and scale objects within a color-coded coordinate system, with precise controls and adjustable settings.

Restore a vanished command bar via settings, adjust the grid and colors, and use the distance tool in modeling aids to measure segments instantly.

Use measuring tools in the Rhino menu to determine the length of a line segment and the internal or external angle between two lines, including diagonals and curves.

Explore gem types and arrangement techniques in matrix software, using gem on curve and on surface workflows, pavé settings, and size, weight, and spacing controls.

Explore scales and resizing in matrix software, mastering 1D, 2D, and 3D scaling to adjust object size and volume with precise point selection, snaps, and axis alignment.

Explore 3D rotation around a custom main axis in Matrix Software, using rotate3D, end and centre snaps, and drawing lines to define the rotation axis for precise object turns.

Learn to create precise offsets and isocurves on curves, surfaces, and volumes using offset on surface, duplicate edge/border, extract wireframe, and gem on curve for jewelry design with Matrix Software.

Explore the Rhino toolbar and C-plane panel, color management, and palette interactions in Matrix. Learn drawing, editing, hiding, locking, and color layer changes with keyboard shortcuts and tools.

Design a carved pendant inside a 30 mm circle with petals. Use array and lamination, apply offset and 0.65 mm thickness for a production-ready finish.

Design two dome pendants using a circle with a 20 mm diameter and a bounding box, then build a lamination lace with pipes, petals, and cushion-cut surfaces.

Design a lace pendant by reshaping a 20 mm sphere with bounding box and 1d scaling. Create lace lines, belts, and front-back color variation using isocurves and pipe commands.

Measure object weight in matrix software using the tools section. Select the object and apply fillet and chamfer edits to see how grams for gold and silver affect weight.

Open and import shortcuts in Matrix Software, using the option key in the command bar to import from a saved path or DVDs, and place commands on the keyboard.

Learn to use the F6 shortcut in Matrix to switch command palettes for lines and gems, customize and save commands, and import shortcuts via the scroll wheel.

Learn stone setting methods and arrange stones in jewelry design by comparing three arrangements—two-prong, four-prong with spacing, and rail-style wall-set stones—and consult the size table on the DVD.

Design a simple pendant by arranging stones on a curve, creating a bezel and prongs, then applying cutters and booleans to form a single piece for printing with clean edges.

Design a flower-shaped jewelry pendant in Matrix software, building petals, applying curves, creating surfaces, and setting stones with bezels and prongs, then lamination and ring attachment.

Design a heart-shaped pendant with jewels using InterpCrv to shape one side and mirror the other, then place stones with Gem on Curve, add bezels and prongs.