Spawn Point Light Shortcut
Hold L and left-click in the level viewport to place a Point Light where you click.
Quickly spawn a Point Light at the current mouse world location by holding L and then left-clicking in the level viewport.
There are a couple of related light shortcuts worth knowing:
| Shortcut | Where | Result |
|---|---|---|
L + Left Click | Level viewport | Places a Point Light where you click |
Ctrl + L + Left Click | Level viewport | Places a Stationary Point Light tinted to the color of the pixel under the cursor |
L + Mouse Drag | Asset editor preview viewports | Rotates the preview light |
The Ctrl variant samples the rendered viewport, so it’s ideal for dropping quick fill lights that match the color of a nearby surface.
Frequently asked questions
Can I rebind these shortcuts?
No. These mouse shortcuts are built into the level viewport, and you won’t find them in Edit > Keyboard Shortcuts.
Why didn’t my click select the actor?
While you hold L, the click places a light in place of the normal click selection, so the actor under the cursor stays unselected.
Links
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