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sorry if this is an old topic, but i tried doing a google search for a solution, and none of the links were helpful, so i’ve posted a new one.

I’m using the “build your own sword” kit in Daz, and whenever i knock up a sword, the pivot point is miles away from the handle, and I end up having to pose the thing remotely when I use it in a scene, which is annoying.

So can somebody please give me some advice on changing an object’s pivot point?

Could you go to your Scene Tab and show which part of the object is selected? I’m not sure but I would like to know if selecting the Handle will change your pivot point. If not I have a script for DS3 that lets you move an objects point of origan. I have not tested it in DS4 but I will. If it works I will point you to it.

But first lets look at the different parts of the sword as you select them.

I agree with Jaderail—first check the grip and see if it has a different origin. I am guessing that the blades are smart propped to the handle.

For future reference, you can change the center and end points by using the Joint Editor Tool.  I don’t know if this tool is in the Standard edition of Studio 4. Why don’t you upgrade to Studio 4 Pro while it is still free?

fivecat - 06 July 2012 05:07 PM

I agree with Jaderail—first check the grip and see if it has a different origin. I am guessing that the blades are smart propped to the handle.

For future reference, you can change the center and end points by using the Joint Editor Tool.  I don’t know if this tool is in the Standard edition of Studio 4. Why don’t you upgrade to Studio 4 Pro while it is still free?

Good Point I did not catch they were not using DS4Pro or DS4.5. My eyes are not that strong.

thanks for the replies, guys.

I’ve installed the pro version now. Sorry for being so noobish, but where do i find the joint editor tool?

And Jaderail, would you mind sharing that script with me? (if it works for 4)

You went quite on me for so long I forgot to test it. Off to give it a shot now.

Tested and working, it is DeltaX15’s script Move origin. Seems fine. I’m hunting the link now.

Only tested in DS4Pro Version 4.0.3.47
This should be the link http://www.4shared.com/zip/vTF_a1cq/moveorigin_1_5.html

Glad you got things working. It can be difficult to keep up on topics with these forums.

sticky-runes - 10 July 2012 02:58 PM

thanks for the replies, guys.

I’ve installed the pro version now. Sorry for being so noobish, but where do i find the joint editor tool?

When you engage the Joint Editor the Translation tool changes and gives you a red and a green gizmo. It is just case of moving these to where you want them, with your mouse, just grap and move and release.