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SKETCHUP
SKETCHUP
SKETCHUP
INTRODUCTION :-
Sketchup is a 3d modelling computer program for a while range of dwg
application .
Such as architectural , interior design , landscape architecture , civil and
mechanical , film and video game design .
PAINT BUCKET:-
MENU: TOOLS/PAINT BUCKET ; SHORTCUT :B
This is the tool you use to point faces.
When you click it, the materials window opens .
There are several collection of solid colours and materials available.
Shortcuts :-
ARC = A
PUSH /PULL = P
ORBIT = O
SELECT = SPACE BAR
ERASER = E
PAINT BUCKET = B
RECTANGLE = R
ROTATE= Q
LINE = L
PAN = H
ZOOM = Z
CIRCLE =C
THE 3D WAREHOUSE :-
The 3d ware house is a part of SketchUp where users can upload their
creations and download other users models.
for example,
if you are making an interior design plan, you can download a couch from the 3d
warehouse instead of making it yourself .
To access the 3d warehouse , click the button logo and it opens up.
GROUPING AND COMPONENTS:-
Changing styles :-
open with view-toolbars –styles
Styles changes the visuals of a project with one click
You can make a new style with the button on the right .
The styles toolbar will let you change face styles
without changing edges or corners .
Using shadows /sun data:-
open the shadows from windows shadows.
Ensure that shadows are turned on under view. You can also click the
button on the left ,
If you have the correct time zone, you can create approx. sun studies
use the geo-locate function to be more exact.