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# Coordinate System

The three dimensional coordinate system in iVP is the foundation of all object [positions](/intelligent-virtual-platform/home/ivp-planning/machines/move-objects.md). Originating from an adjustable reference / zero point, it describes where all objects in a project are located. In the 2D View, the reference point is represented by a white cross hair.

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The reference point is also the origin of the [grid](/intelligent-virtual-platform/home/ivp-planning/user-interface/the-grid.md).
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## Adjusting the reference point:

The reference point can be changed through a menu which can be opened by clicking on the corresponding icon in the \[toolbar of the 2D View]\(the-2d-view\.md#the-toolbar-of-the-2D View).

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By clicking one of the buttons the reference point can be moved according to a predefined point like the corners or the center of the [floor plan](/intelligent-virtual-platform/home/ivp-planning/user-interface/the-floor-plan.md).

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It is also possible to define a custom reference point by clicking on "Custom Origin". The mouse cursor will turn into a cross hair and the next left click will set the new reference point.

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## Reference point visibility:

The visibility of the reference point can be toggled by either clicking on **View -> Coordinate System**.

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Alternatively, the visibility of the reference point can also be toggled via the menu that can be opened via the click on an icon in the \[2D View toolbar]\(the-2d-view\.md#the-toolbar-of-the-2D View).

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In the menu, the corresponding button can be found at the bottom.

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## Mouse coordinates:

The current x/y-position of the mouse pointer is displayed at the edge of the 2D View.

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The mouse coordinates can be toggled by clicking on the "Mouse Coordinates" icon in the \[2D View toolbar]\(the-2d-view\.md#the-toolbar-of-the-2D View).

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