(You can perform many basic 3D operations by using the built-in 3D behaviors in Director. (For more information, see Using 3D behaviors.) Most complex 3D operations, however, are performed by using either Lingo or JavaScript syntax, the built-in scripting languages of Director. The 3D documentation assumes that you understand either Lingo or JavaScript syntax. If you have not yet learned Lingo or JavaScript syntax, see the Scripting Reference topics in the Director Help Panel, which list all of the Lingo and JavaScript syntax methods and properties that are available in Director. The Scripting Reference topics in the Director Help Panel describe each expression, illustrate its syntax, and provide examples.

Because 3D is primarily controlled by behaviors and scripts, the 3D methods and properties are described here in detail. You will find them grouped by category in The 3D Cast Member, 3D Text, and 3D Behaviors, Working with Models and Model Resources, and Controlling the 3D World.