You can learn SketchUp

Anyone can learn the basics of SketchUp by taking a few minutes to work through the tips in this learning center. We hope this video will help you get a sense of working in SketchUp.Modeling UnitsTo change your modeling units format, First go to the "Window" menu and choose "Model Info". Once you have the "Model Info" dialog visible select...

Using Templates

Want to customize how you begin each SketchUp session? Create a template file to use as the starting point for your models.You can even create different templates for different projects. Any SketchUp model can be used as a template. To get started, first open the "Model Info" dialog under the "Window" menu. Next, set important settings such...

Forcing Axes Inferences

When working with tools such as the Line or Move tool, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to force SketchUp's red, green and blue axis inferences. The arrow keys are "toggles" so they will lock a tool into a particular direction until you finish the operation.If you want to stop forcing an axis direction simply press the arrow key again....

Exporting SketchUp to 3D's Max 2010

If you are a user of 3D's Max, then a new update for 3ds Max 2010 has a feature called Connection Extension. Together with other Interop features, 3ds Max can now directly import the file *. SKP.It is also very strategic for Autodesk because now if you have Max 2010, you do not even need to buy SketchUp Pro to export a 3D model with a universal...