Selection Shadow

In addition to the option to cast a global shadow for all 3D objects, shadows can also be cast only for selected objects. This enables you to visualize the shadow effect of a particular object on surrounding buildings and terrain.

You can cast a shadow from any 3D object whose ground object property is set to Yes, based on the sun’s position. The sun is positioned according to the time, date and time zone you set using the Date and Time controls. The shadows dynamically update when the system date and time is changed.

To display a shadow for selected objects:

1.     In the 3D Window, set the time, date and time zone using the Date and Time controls. See “Date and Time slider” in the “Basic Concepts” chapter for information.

2.     Select the objects from which you want to cast a shadow.

3.     On the Analysis tab, in the Shadow group, click Selection Shadow.

Note:        A selection shadow persists even after the object is deselected.

4.     If you want to clear a selection shadow, on the Analysis tab, in the Shadow group, toggle off Selection Shadow.

5.     If you want to recast the shadow from the previously selected object to a currently selected object, click the arrow next to Selection Shadow, and then click Update Selection.