Scaling object to certain size while keeping proportions?

[Anonymous]

I'm no expert in 3DS Max, so maybe I'm missing something, but I can't figure out how to scale an object to a specific size while keeping its proportions the same. I can't get an accurate size using the scaling tool, and the transform toolbox only works on individual axes. What should I do?

[irishman_team_kilber · Accepted solution]

never use the scale tool that will send your models off kilter always using the Rescale World Units Utility  https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/3ds-max/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2016/ENU/3DSMa...

Resize an object to specific dimensions?

https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/3ds-max-modeling/resize-an-object-to-specific-dimensions/td-p/4177240...

Transform Toolbox make sure you click on size

https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/3ds-max/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2016/ENU/3DSMa...

Transform Toolbox video

hope this helps!

[Alfred.DeFlaminis · Accepted solution]

Hello @Anonymous and welcome to the community,

There are three different scale modes in 3ds Max.  The hotkey for scale is R and each time you press it you cycle through the different scale modes.  You must have been on non-uniform scale.  When on uniform scale, the transform box or scale gizmo will scale each side equally.  I have more information here, please let me know if you have any questions.  

Please hit the "Accept as Solution" button if my post solves your issue or answers your question. This lets me know that I was effective in helping you, and thank you for doing so.

Best Regards,

[KurtNeuburger]

Good stuff Irish! Interesting reads.

[irishman_team_kilber]

@KurtNeuburger i try and help ppl out when they want to be helped out!

[Alfred.DeFlaminis]

Hello @Anonymous,

I just wanted to follow up here, any progress on this issue?  Did the helpful post by @irishman_team_kilber or my follow up help here?

Best Regards,