Change the Display Mode

Select a display mode for the scene.

Display Mode	Description
Interactive Rendering modes	The Interactive rendering modes are used to tweak materials and the environment before producing a final rendering.	In the view controls, click the Interactive Rendering modes icon. Select an interactive rendering mode: RealTime Fast RealTime Accurate : Recommended for interior scenes. Presto (default)
Wireframe	The wireframe mode offers the fastest display. Objects are displayed as curve meshes.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select Wireframe . Press 1.
Shaded	The shaded mode is useful for seeing the shape of objects and how lights illuminate the scene.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select Shaded. Press 2.
MatCap	The MatCap mode allows you to apply a "material capture" to an object. The MatCap is a complete material that includes lighting and reflection, to quickly sculpt or render the object.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , select MatCap, and then select an image. A few default shaders are available; you can find more online. Press 3.
Zebra	The zebra mode is useful for spotting discontinuities between adjacent surfaces.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , select Zebra Stripes, and then select horizontal or vertical stripes. Press 4.
Materials	The materials mode provides a fast, realistic visualization of materials and lights. You can use it to model or set up an animation.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select Materials . Press 5.
No Edges or Isoparms	View your model with no edges or isoparm lines.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select No Edges or Isoparms. Press R.
Edges	View your model with edges only.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select Edges. Press T.
Edges and Isoparms	View your model with edges and isoparm lines.	In the view controls, click Display Modes , and then select Edges and Isoparms . Press Y.