# How to obtain the ViewPoint [duplicate]

Normally, I used ViewPoint in the code in Plot3D. Most of the time, I will use mouse to rotate the 3D object to get a better view point. The problem is, when I find the best view point for me, is there any way to get the ViewPoint parameters for the rotated scene, such as {-1.25, 2.31, 1.8}, so I can repeat the plot or use it in the future?

• Simply edit the output cell and wrap Options[..., ViewPoint] around the already rotated output. The graphics should be in the place of .... ViewVertical may also change during rotating, as well as some other parameters. Nov 27, 2016 at 23:38

One way is to set a symbol equal to the initial default viewpoint.

v = Options[Plot3D, ViewPoint][[1, 2]]

(* {1.3, -2.4, 2.} *)


Use that symbol dynamically in the plot. Monitor the dynamic value of v and note the value when the rotated plot is pleasing to you:

Plot3D[
Sin[x + y^2],
{x, -3, 3},
{y, -2, 2},
ViewPoint -> Dynamic[v]
]


Dynamic[v]

(* {2, -0.9, 2.5} *)


Here is how you can extract the ViewPoint family options from a graphic after interaction. Once you have the options, simply do a copy-paste them in the initial code :

• Duplicate of this, but maybe more attractive ? Should I delete or move my answer ? Mar 10, 2017 at 14:24
• This is a far more intuitive, and in my opinion more useful answer to the question. Aug 2, 2019 at 8:34
• good answer. Very easy to use. Sep 10, 2019 at 17:23