The 3ds Max window is the entry point to most of the features of this application.

3ds Max window, showing viewports, controls, and a rendered frame

3ds Max Design window, showing viewports, controls, and a rendered frame

See The 3ds Max Window for an introduction to the components of this interface. See Special Controls for descriptions of some of the special controls that 3ds Max uses. Becoming familiar with these controls is especially useful if you are new to using 3ds Max.