In Canvas Studio, the Cylinder (or CylinderGeometry) is a versatile geometric shape with two circular faces connected by a curved surface. It’s frequently used to represent pillars, cans, tubes, wheels, or any structure that requires a rounded, elongated profile. With adjustable radii, height, segmentation, and open-ended options, the cylinder offers flexible control over both visual detail and physical form.
position – defines the cylinder’s location along the X, Y, and Z axes; sets its position in the 3D scene relative to other objects.
rotation – rotates the cylinder on its local axes; used to tilt, align, or animate the object in space.
scale – allows resizing of the cylinder along each axis independently; helpful for adjusting proportions or creating stylized effects.
castShadow – enables the cylinder to cast shadows onto other objects; important for dynamic lighting and realism.
receiveShadow – allows the cylinder to receive shadows from other objects; helps anchor it visually in complex lighting environments.
visible – toggles whether the cylinder is rendered; hiding it can declutter the scene without removing the object.
wireframe – renders the cylinder as a mesh of edges rather than filled surfaces; ideal for technical views or stylized aesthetics.
opacity – sets the transparency of the cylinder; full opacity makes it solid, lower values introduce varying degrees of transparency.
radiusTop – controls the radius of the top circle; allows for symmetrical or tapered shapes.
radiusBottom – sets the radius of the bottom circle; can differ from the top to form cones or flared shapes.
height – defines the cylinder’s vertical length; determines how tall the object is from base to top.
radialSegments – number of subdivisions around the circumference; more segments yield smoother curves.
heightSegments – divides the height into sections; useful for texture mapping, shading, or deformation.
openEnded – removes the top and bottom faces when enabled; creates a hollow tube or pipe-like shape.
thetaStart – the starting angle (in radians) for drawing the circular base; useful for sliced or partial cylinders.
thetaLength – defines how much of the circular sweep is drawn; less than 6.28 creates a wedge or arc section.
The CylinderGeometry in Canvas Studio is a powerful shape for both mechanical and organic modeling. Whether you’re designing structural supports, decorative elements, or stylized forms, the cylinder’s customizable features make it an essential tool for 3D creation.