ZBrush Modes

From ZBrush Info

Understanding ZBrush Modes

ZBrush has two major modes, a paint mode that operates on the canvas, and a 3D Edit mode that operates on 3D models. These modes complement one another and can interact with one another, but they are quite distinct. In addition, each mode can have one of various submodes active. The complete set of mode controls can be found above the canvas area:

These buttons can also be found in the Transform menu.

Which of the paint or 3D edit modes is active depends on whether or not the 3D Edit button is active. When it is active, ZBrush is in 3D Edit (modeling) mode, and when it is inactive, ZBrush is in Paint mode. The hotkey for switching between modes is "T".

To learn more about 3D Edit Mode click here.

To learn more about Paint Mode click here.