Sketchup Study Cards

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SketchUp

A 3D modeling software used for architectural, interior design, landscape architecture, and other design projects.

Toolbars

Customizable sets of tools that provide quick access to frequently used commands and functions.

Shortcuts

Keyboard combinations that perform specific actions or commands, allowing for faster workflow and increased productivity.

Orbit Tool

A navigation tool that allows you to rotate the view around a selected point or axis.

Push/Pull Tool

A modeling tool that allows you to extrude or push/pull a face or surface to create 3D geometry.

Grouping

The process of combining multiple entities into a single object, making it easier to manipulate and edit.

Components

Reusable objects or elements that can be easily duplicated and edited, saving time and effort in the modeling process.

Materials

Textures or colors applied to surfaces to enhance the visual appearance of the model.

Layers

Organizational tools that allow you to control the visibility and editability of different parts of the model.

Scenes

Saved views of the model that can be used to create animations or presentations.

Styles

Predefined visual settings that can be applied to the model to change its appearance, such as sketchy lines or watercolor effects.

Measurements

Tools and options for accurately measuring distances, angles, and dimensions in the model.

Importing

The process of bringing external files or models into SketchUp for reference or integration.

Exporting

The process of saving or converting the SketchUp model into a different file format for use in other software or platforms.

Shadows

Visual effects that simulate the interaction of light with objects in the model, adding depth and realism.

Extensions

Additional plugins or tools that can be installed to extend the functionality of SketchUp.

Section Planes

Tools that allow you to cut through the model to create cross-sectional views for better analysis and visualization.

Follow Me Tool

A modeling tool that allows you to create complex shapes or extrusions along a path or profile.

Match Photo

A feature that enables you to import a photo and align the model with the perspective and dimensions of the image.

Dynamic Components

Interactive and customizable components that can change their properties or behavior based on user input.

Solid Tools

Tools that allow you to perform Boolean operations, such as union, subtract, and intersect, on solid geometry.

3D Warehouse

An online repository of free and paid 3D models that can be downloaded and used in SketchUp projects.

Inference Locking

A feature that allows you to temporarily lock or disable inference points or axes to prevent unintended snapping or alignment.

Parallel Projection

A viewing mode that displays the model without perspective, useful for creating technical drawings or plans.

Hidden Geometry

The display of edges and surfaces that are normally hidden, allowing for more precise editing and modeling.

Intersect Faces

A command that creates new edges or faces by intersecting existing geometry, useful for creating complex intersections or cutouts.

Parallel Guidelines

Guidelines that can be drawn parallel to existing edges or surfaces, aiding in accurate modeling and alignment.

Tape Measure Tool

A tool that allows you to measure distances, create construction lines, and set precise dimensions in the model.

Rotate Tool

A tool that allows you to rotate selected entities around a specified axis or point.

Scale Tool

A tool that allows you to resize or stretch selected entities proportionally or non-proportionally.

Move Tool

A tool that allows you to move selected entities to a new location or position.

Offset Tool

A tool that allows you to create parallel copies of selected edges or surfaces at a specified distance.

Eraser Tool

A tool that allows you to delete or erase selected entities or edges.

Paint Bucket Tool

A tool that allows you to apply materials or textures to selected surfaces or faces.

Zoom Tool

A tool that allows you to zoom in or out of the model to view details or the entire scene.

Rectangle Tool

A tool that allows you to draw rectangular shapes or faces in the model.

Circle Tool

A tool that allows you to draw circular shapes or faces in the model.

Arc Tool

A tool that allows you to draw arcs or curved lines in the model.

Line Tool

A tool that allows you to draw straight lines or edges in the model.

Polygon Tool

A tool that allows you to draw regular polygons with a specified number of sides in the model.

Intersect with Model

A command that trims or extends selected edges or surfaces to intersect with existing geometry.

Rotate 3D

A command that allows you to rotate selected entities freely in 3D space.

Scale Definition

A command that allows you to resize or stretch selected components or groups without affecting other instances.

Move/Copy

A command that allows you to move or duplicate selected entities to a new location or position.

Offset Faces

A command that creates parallel copies of selected faces at a specified distance, useful for creating thickness or offsets.

Explode

A command that breaks apart selected components or groups into their individual entities.

Paint Bucket Options

Options and settings for the Paint Bucket tool, such as material selection, texture alignment, and face orientation.

Zoom Extents

A command that adjusts the view to display the entire model or selected entities.

Rectangle Offset

A command that creates a rectangular shape or face with a specified offset from an existing edge or surface.

Circle Radius

A command that creates a circular shape or face with a specified radius from a center point.

Arc Start/End

A command that creates an arc or curved line with specified start and end points, along with optional bulge or radius.

Line Length

A command that creates a straight line or edge with a specified length and direction.

Polygon Sides

A command that creates a regular polygon with a specified number of sides and radius.