Shapr3D for Mac now supports 3Dconnexion’s SpaceMouse, allowing you to run various commands, change navigation settings, etc. in the app.
Image from https://3dconnexion.com
You can then follow these steps to set up your SpaceMouse for Shapr3D:
- Go to 3Dconnexion’s website and download the latest version of 3Dconnexion’s driver, 3DxWareMac.
- Install the driver.
The installed driver will open the 3Dconnexion Home program.
- Restart your Mac.
- Plug your SpaceMouse into the computer via the USB cable. If you’re using the wireless SpaceMouse, then connect the dedicated receiver and launch the pairing tool in the 3Dconnexion Home program. For more information on pairing the wireless 3D mouse, check out this article.
- Make sure you allow the program to control your Mac.
If the following dialog appears, click Open System Preferences and select 3DconnexionHelper.
If the dialog does not appear, go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Privacy > Accessibility. Then, select the check mark next to 3DconnexionHelper.
- You can reconfigure the mapping and view command names for Shapr3D in System Preferences > 3Dconnexion. If you open 3Dconnexion Home and select Properties, the same System Preferences window will appear.
