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During Covid I lost my job, I started watching your videos on TH-cam during lock down and I learnt so much ever since...I'm now working in my dream job designing kitchens using sketchup...thank you my friend...I knew back in lockdown my future self would thank me 😅
Great resource: for me the most important tips are: 0) the tip about how to properly draw (click and release, not click and drag). 1) the tip about avoid building "in place" with stickiness, use groups properly 2) the tip about using the move tool But I would say especially tip 1). I wish I had watched this before starting, it can get really frustrating if you don't know about this tip.
Been using Sketchup since way back for cabinetry and home remodeling. Just watched this video and actually learned somethings new. Great tutorials! Lokking forward to seeing how far you and your tutorials propell me into my design future. I'd rather swinging a mouse now instead of a hammer. Started using pro back around 2014.
I'm using the free 2017 version of sketchup. Is there a way that I can put a button on a toolbar for 'delete guides'? I've added a short cut on the keyboard but at times it's a hassle having to reach for the keyboard. And going to the drag down menu is equally as clumsy. Any insight would be helpful. Thank you.
There isn't a way to add a custom button to the toolbar for Delete Guides. As you mentioned, the best way to streamline this would be to create a keyboard shortcut.
You can definitely get a lot done with SketchUp for iPad. That being said, there are some limitations such as not being able to use extensions, realistic rendering software or LayOut for creating construction documents and similar drawings. That all being said, if you need more advice on whether SketchUp for iPad is enough to meet you needs, you can send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help.
Hi! I am starting an interior design business however I don't have any formal training, would I benefit from learning sketcup for aesthetics even though I wouldn't be deciding architectual elements of a home (because i'm not licensed to do so) ? I think learning the vray would be awesome but I don't want to learn something that an architect would be doing for the client anyways, does that make sense?
Yes, you can definitely learn SketchUp to be able to take existing spaces and then design them - the same way that a homeowner might do if they wanted to reimagine a room in their house. SketchUp is a great tool for that sort of thing.
Im a newbie here, and im ready to learn all i can!! I've been asked to do something I've never done before, but im ready for the challenge! I figure no question is too crazy to ask when you're new at something... can SketchUp be used on a laptop? Yup, Im that new at this!!!
Yes, you can use SketchUp on a laptop! If you have any other questions at all, don't hesitate to send us a message at team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help!
Great simple introduction. My daughter has been making some incredible designs, but in Sims 4 and Roblox (Bloxberg and RoVille). Have you tried building in these? You should check them out and make comparison to Sketchup video. These kids are the future architects and interior designers of tomorrow. I tried Sketchup with my daughter, but as you mentioned in your video, if you don't know the basics you get frustrated. I really think a series aimed at kids and teenagers using the education version, to be able to create designs like they make in The Sims and Roblox could set them up for a future career. My daughter is really keen, but I think that I'll have to teach myself Sketchup first, then teach her.
@@SketchUpSchool So glad you think so. I've sat with my daughter as she constructs a house from scratch. I was amazed at the speed her mind works and how fast she controls the camera and tools to get what's in her head on to the screen in as little time possible
Need to know more about which mouse to buy. You say to get a 3 button mouse BUT the one you show has only 2 buttons (a right button and a left button ) and a scroll wheel. ??? Also will a tracker ball with more than 3 buttons work??
If you type "3-button scroll wheel mouse" into an online search, any result that has the scroll wheel will work. The tracker ball mouse is technically able to be used, but can be a bit tricky - I would go with the 3-button scroll wheel mouse instead. Here is the "3-button scroll wheel mouse" search result from Amazon, for instance: www.amazon.com/s?k=3+button+scroll+wheel+mouse&crid=2KUTU5WZ0E3IL&sprefix=3+button+scroll+wheel+mouse%2Caps%2C159&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Thinking of getting Sketchup Edu for my 17 year old daughter who wants to do some landscape design - we're planning on learning this together. Is Sketchup ok for Landscape design?
Yes, SketchUp is a great tool for landscape design! If you need more help with resources for getting started, please send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help
Do you have a video on how to organize the interface of Sketchup with all the tools you have? When yo make your videos is so easy to identify the tools but on my MAC is a nightmare. I would love to get my workspace looking like yours :(
We do have lessons that cover arranging the interface, but those lessons are in the courses on our website (www.sketchupschool.com/). If you're not ready to invest in taking our courses, you can always follow this help article to get your toolbars set-up the way you'd like: help.sketchup.com/en/sketchup/customizing-your-workspace
Hi sir Please make one vedio as an example that it show plan elevation done in autocad so how many step you required to import it in SketchUp to start working from starting Thanks 👍
I am unable to scale my floor plan in SketchUp. I have paid for an education subscription and I have tried to follow all the tutorials (measuring the longest measurement, trying to adjust the measurement to suit) however it will not allow me to change the measurement to scale
My SketchUp does not look like this when I open a new template. I went through the steps and the tool bar on the left doesn’t appear and I cannot move my sketch. Do you know how I can reset my program? Looking for any advice. It’s very confusing.
THIS VIDEO IS NOT ON THE SKETCHUP youtube page. Hey TOM. That sucks. I followed all the links in the how to create a floor plan. Nothing linked to here. (maybe waaay down in the playlists?) I have wanted to do a blueprint with furniture ofre years.) Grrr.
You are half right on the mouse. Wither go w/ vert ergo or a comfortable trackball. geometry only 3 things? is the new version even more corrupted than I would have guest? MIDPOINTS. 🐂💩 on groups. Components are far more user-friendly.
Hi sir 💎Can i learn it that easily?…actually I graduated last 2 months .. i am really afraid when i want to learn something new 💎 I am an engineer but in my country everything it was in theory not in practical so tell me please .. I am now a surviving engineer without having any idea about sketchup 🥺💎
Learning anything new feels hard at first, but if you stick with it then eventually the progress will come. Learning SketchUp is the same and we try our best to make it as easy as possible.
It's the same for Mac and PC users: To turn something into a Group, select all the edges and faces, then right click on the selection and pick the option Make Group.
May I offer some well-meaning constructive criticism? At 1:45 you start to indicate this tutorial will be suitable for new Windows users; ....its Not. Why confuse things by running a tutorial in two very different operating systems? It would have been a kind and considered approach to do separate tutorials in Windows and another in Mac. At 2:15 you've clearly shown what a Mac user would do, but failed to give instruction as to what a windows user should do to open (or manipulate using tools) a new Template. 😞 You go on to say what someone using the free version would do... which seems strange because you are delivering this tutorial in SketchUp Pro. Woe is me... Another waste of time.
Sorry that you weren't able to use this video to follow along on a PC. We will definitely take your feedback into account when we update this video to try to make it more accessible. In the meantime, we'd love to help you get the most out of the time you spent watching this video: Just send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be glad to help!
"You can continue to use Sketchup, but you will not be allowed to start a new file or open an existing file." Everything about this software is difficult. Why would I possibly pay $100?
We didn't mean for it to seem scornful - we love using our trackpad. It's just hard to use a trackpad with a 3D modeling tool like SketchUp. There are mice that cost as little as $10 that will work just fine if you are able to do that.
Sorry to tell u this but this video is terrible. Why dont u give this to a novuce and observe how they struggle to follow your directions. U move so fast that I had to rewind 5 times and still could not follow because you cant slow down to see where u clucked to get to the next etc.
If you need a more methodical set of lessons, I recommend you take a look at our Complete Intro to SketchUp course which is a part of our Video Course Library (www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library). We can't fit every step into a single TH-cam video, so you might find our longer-form courses to be more helpful.
*DID YOU LEARN SOMETHING NEW IN THIS VIDEO?* 😀
Do us a quick favor, and tell us your favorite tip in the comments, or just let us know you liked the video by giving it a like 👍
And, if there's anything you’d like to see us cover in a future video, leave a comment and let us know!
not helpful starting with free version
Can you edit in any other dimension
During Covid I lost my job, I started watching your videos on TH-cam during lock down and I learnt so much ever since...I'm now working in my dream job designing kitchens using sketchup...thank you my friend...I knew back in lockdown my future self would thank me 😅
Wow! That's amazing to hear! Congratulations!
Wow!!
Well done! 👏
You are one of the lucky ones that was able to get work after covid.
………I like this guy
Great resource: for me the most important tips are:
0) the tip about how to properly draw (click and release, not click and drag).
1) the tip about avoid building "in place" with stickiness, use groups properly
2) the tip about using the move tool
But I would say especially tip 1). I wish I had watched this before starting, it can get really frustrating if you don't know about this tip.
Really happy to hear that you found this video to be helpful!
Been using Sketchup since way back for cabinetry and home remodeling. Just watched this video and actually learned somethings new. Great tutorials! Lokking forward to seeing how far you and your tutorials propell me into my design future. I'd rather swinging a mouse now instead of a hammer. Started using pro back around 2014.
Really happy to hear we were able to help you learn some new things!
wow, way better than other tutorials. thanks for the approach. very helpful
You're welcome!
This is perfect! You’re amazing, thanks!
You're welcome! Glad you like it!
I liked all of the tips, but my favorite was the navigation and the challenge of moving around the rectangle.
Glad to hear you liked the tips!
Help, when I open a new project, there is no option to choose 2D. There is no "top menu" on my view to choose preferences from.
Please send this message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help.
I'm using the free 2017 version of sketchup. Is there a way that I can put a button on a toolbar for 'delete guides'? I've added a short cut on the keyboard but at times it's a hassle having to reach for the keyboard. And going to the drag down menu is equally as clumsy. Any insight would be helpful. Thank you.
There isn't a way to add a custom button to the toolbar for Delete Guides. As you mentioned, the best way to streamline this would be to create a keyboard shortcut.
The draw tip is great, but makes me think. Most other software do, 1 click, 2 drag, release. Why change that? What is the benefit of the sketchup way?
It allows you to be in the middle of using a tool and navigate at the same time which is valuable in 3D space.
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thanks for your sharing
You're welcome!
Hey there. im starting to try to learn sketch, however I am planning on designing on an iPad. are there limitations to doing so?
You can definitely get a lot done with SketchUp for iPad. That being said, there are some limitations such as not being able to use extensions, realistic rendering software or LayOut for creating construction documents and similar drawings.
That all being said, if you need more advice on whether SketchUp for iPad is enough to meet you needs, you can send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help.
Hi! I am starting an interior design business however I don't have any formal training, would I benefit from learning sketcup for aesthetics even though I wouldn't be deciding architectual elements of a home (because i'm not licensed to do so) ? I think learning the vray would be awesome but I don't want to learn something that an architect would be doing for the client anyways, does that make sense?
Yes, you can definitely learn SketchUp to be able to take existing spaces and then design them - the same way that a homeowner might do if they wanted to reimagine a room in their house. SketchUp is a great tool for that sort of thing.
Im a newbie here, and im ready to learn all i can!! I've been asked to do something I've never done before, but im ready for the challenge! I figure no question is too crazy to ask when you're new at something... can SketchUp be used on a laptop? Yup, Im that new at this!!!
Yes, you can use SketchUp on a laptop! If you have any other questions at all, don't hesitate to send us a message at team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help!
Thank you so much!!!!!
You're welcome!
Great simple introduction. My daughter has been making some incredible designs, but in Sims 4 and Roblox (Bloxberg and RoVille). Have you tried building in these? You should check them out and make comparison to Sketchup video. These kids are the future architects and interior designers of tomorrow. I tried Sketchup with my daughter, but as you mentioned in your video, if you don't know the basics you get frustrated. I really think a series aimed at kids and teenagers using the education version, to be able to create designs like they make in The Sims and Roblox could set them up for a future career. My daughter is really keen, but I think that I'll have to teach myself Sketchup first, then teach her.
Thank you for the suggestion. We have young kids too and so this is a really interesting idea!
@@SketchUpSchool So glad you think so. I've sat with my daughter as she constructs a house from scratch. I was amazed at the speed her mind works and how fast she controls the camera and tools to get what's in her head on to the screen in as little time possible
Need to know more about which mouse to buy. You say to get a 3 button mouse BUT the one you show has only 2 buttons (a right button and a left button ) and a scroll wheel. ??? Also will a tracker ball with more than 3 buttons work??
If you type "3-button scroll wheel mouse" into an online search, any result that has the scroll wheel will work. The tracker ball mouse is technically able to be used, but can be a bit tricky - I would go with the 3-button scroll wheel mouse instead.
Here is the "3-button scroll wheel mouse" search result from Amazon, for instance: www.amazon.com/s?k=3+button+scroll+wheel+mouse&crid=2KUTU5WZ0E3IL&sprefix=3+button+scroll+wheel+mouse%2Caps%2C159&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Thinking of getting Sketchup Edu for my 17 year old daughter who wants to do some landscape design - we're planning on learning this together. Is Sketchup ok for Landscape design?
Yes, SketchUp is a great tool for landscape design! If you need more help with resources for getting started, please send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help
I love this guy since I watched years ago 😂
Happy to hear you've enjoyed watching our videos over the years!
To rotate a rectangle 180 degrees, just use the Flip Blue command.
Yep, that works
Do you have a video on how to organize the interface of Sketchup with all the tools you have? When yo make your videos is so easy to identify the tools but on my MAC is a nightmare. I would love to get my workspace looking like yours :(
We do have lessons that cover arranging the interface, but those lessons are in the courses on our website (www.sketchupschool.com/). If you're not ready to invest in taking our courses, you can always follow this help article to get your toolbars set-up the way you'd like: help.sketchup.com/en/sketchup/customizing-your-workspace
Hi sir
Please make one vedio as an example that it show plan elevation done in autocad so how many step you required to import it in SketchUp to start working from starting Thanks 👍
Thanks for the suggestion. We'll add it to the list!
I am unable to scale my floor plan in SketchUp. I have paid for an education subscription and I have tried to follow all the tutorials (measuring the longest measurement, trying to adjust the measurement to suit) however it will not allow me to change the measurement to scale
Please send this message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help.
My SketchUp does not look like this when I open a new template. I went through the steps and the tool bar on the left doesn’t appear and I cannot move my sketch. Do you know how I can reset my program? Looking for any advice. It’s very confusing.
Please send this message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be happy to help.
Hello there! Is it possible to draw in SkechUP with a Wacom tablet?
It is possible, but not recommended. Many of the tools in SketchUp are more frustrating to try to work with using a Wacom.
@@SketchUpSchool thank you for your reply!
THIS VIDEO IS NOT ON THE SKETCHUP youtube page. Hey TOM. That sucks.
I followed all the links in the how to create a floor plan. Nothing linked to here. (maybe waaay down in the playlists?)
I have wanted to do a blueprint with furniture ofre years.) Grrr.
Please send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor can help you with any issues you are having.
i need to learn more about SketchUp, but i don't have SketchUp software , can you help me with this
You can get SketchUp from their website: www.sketchup.com
Hello Sir my background after saving the rendered image is showing me black no cloud no every thing just black
Please send this question to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will try to help.
Couldn’t download the notes via the link, which would’ve been very useful for a newbie like me. 😔
This notes should be available here: www.sketchupschool.com/watch-before-you-get-started-with-sketchup-2023/notes?
You are half right on the mouse. Wither go w/ vert ergo or a comfortable trackball. geometry only 3 things? is the new version even more corrupted than I would have guest? MIDPOINTS. 🐂💩 on groups. Components are far more user-friendly.
than;k you
You're welcome!
How can get the Sketchup free version , not the trial one.
You can access the online SketchUp Free in a web browser here: app.sketchup.com/app?
@@SketchUpSchool Thank you!
Exactly what is updated for SU 2023?
Do a video on how to make mep drawings in SketchUp
We'll add that suggestion to our list for possible future topics. Thanks!
Hi sir 💎Can i learn it that easily?…actually I graduated last 2 months .. i am really afraid when i want to learn something new 💎 I am an engineer but in my country everything it was in theory not in practical so tell me please .. I am now a surviving engineer without having any idea about sketchup 🥺💎
Learning anything new feels hard at first, but if you stick with it then eventually the progress will come. Learning SketchUp is the same and we try our best to make it as easy as possible.
Thank you sir 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Where do I download SketchUp free?
SketchUp Free is a web app that you can find here: app.sketchup.com/app?hl=en
Hello you forgot to let the Mac user’s where to locate the “group” button
It's the same for Mac and PC users: To turn something into a Group, select all the edges and faces, then right click on the selection and pick the option Make Group.
Is this sketchup for free? i cant see all the features you have on SketchUp for free ;/
This video is for SketchUp Pro. We have a similar version of this video for SketchUp Free here: th-cam.com/video/yEGqe_CQ_wc/w-d-xo.html
May I offer some well-meaning constructive criticism?
At 1:45 you start to indicate this tutorial will be suitable for new Windows users; ....its Not.
Why confuse things by running a tutorial in two very different operating systems?
It would have been a kind and considered approach to do separate tutorials in Windows and another in Mac.
At 2:15 you've clearly shown what a Mac user would do, but failed to give instruction as to what a windows user should do to open (or manipulate using tools) a new Template. 😞
You go on to say what someone using the free version would do... which seems strange because you are delivering this tutorial in SketchUp Pro. Woe is me... Another waste of time.
Sorry that you weren't able to use this video to follow along on a PC. We will definitely take your feedback into account when we update this video to try to make it more accessible. In the meantime, we'd love to help you get the most out of the time you spent watching this video: Just send a message to team@sketchupschool.com and an instructor will be glad to help!
"You can continue to use Sketchup, but you will not be allowed to start a new file or open an existing file." Everything about this software is difficult. Why would I possibly pay $100?
🤣 Thanking your self.
😂
The first thing I’m struggling with is a subscription fee which makes me really not to want to touch this scam.
such scorn for a track pad. I’m not trying to be a professional I don’t need to go out and buy a mouse with a scroll wheel just for one app.
We didn't mean for it to seem scornful - we love using our trackpad. It's just hard to use a trackpad with a 3D modeling tool like SketchUp. There are mice that cost as little as $10 that will work just fine if you are able to do that.
Grow up
You talking too much... duve directly to the lesson mo one as free time to spare
Sorry to tell u this but this video is terrible.
Why dont u give this to a novuce and observe how they struggle to follow your directions. U move so fast that I had to rewind 5 times and still could not follow because you cant slow down to see where u clucked to get to the next etc.
If you need a more methodical set of lessons, I recommend you take a look at our Complete Intro to SketchUp course which is a part of our Video Course Library (www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library). We can't fit every step into a single TH-cam video, so you might find our longer-form courses to be more helpful.