Is very important to learn how to set up the views before starting work, so don't forget:
. You should spin only on perspective view
. Never you should use just a view for work, unless you are an expert by max
. You must be accurate with polygons like when you were in school
. Always check all views while working up

SHORTCUT KEYS SUMMARY
Alt + B Set blueprint/image on the viewport
Alt + C Cut tool
G Hide or unhide the grid
1 Quickly access the Vertex mode
2 Quickly access the Edge mode
3 Quickly access the Border mode
4...
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