Watch This Before You Get Started with SketchUp (2021 Update)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 31 พ.ค. 2024
- We've created a new version of this video for SketchUp 2023! ( • Watch This Before You ... )
There are a number of things that often trip up self-taught SketchUp users. In this SketchUp tutorial, you’ll learn the 7 critical concepts you need to know to avoid struggling when you’re first getting started. Here's what we cover:
Introduction (00:00)
1⃣ Start in 2D (01:02)
2⃣ Use the Right Mouse (02:41)
3⃣ Draw the Right Way (03:42)
4⃣ Understand Stickiness (05:29)
5⃣ Group (Almost) Everything (06:06)
6⃣ Master the Move Tool (06:50)
7⃣ Navigate Like a Pro (09:59)
Next Steps (13:38)
And we created some notes, to help you remember everything: sketchup.school/n7m
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Yeah really man I learned many things by you coz i am new user sketch up program
Sir..How to Set the Feet & Inches Units of Measure in SketchUp. How can use Feet & Inches in Same Sheet, Same Time…
1’=12” but I can’t Draw 1’, 11” Lines…
Today I decided to learn SketchUp and first thing after installing the program, watched your video and you are a very good teacher! Thank You!
I’ve been playing with free versions of SketchUp for nearly 15 years, and I have most certainly developed many bad habits. My favorite tip from this video was “group early and group often.” Now that I’m in my 60s, and near retirement, maybe I’ll have time to learn how to use the tools correctly. Thank you for the tips!
Grouping to avoid stickiness, proper Move tool operation, holding Shift to pan with the mid button
I've just returned to SketchUp after 10 year because I have a test session coming up for a new job. This has been invaluable. Thank you so much.
You're welcome!
Don’t click and drag. Best tip. You do this in many different programs, so it’s a tough habit to break.
Glad you liked that tip!
lol, true, but the middle mouse has me zippin' around the model like Spidey... and I can't stop ;D
i've been using Sketchup for years and the Group and Move tools took a bit to figure, but are the biggest tips for me from your tutorial. The BEST thing i learned was to be able to type the dimensions of a line or square in the lower right box that opens right after you draw something. This way your models can be dimensionally accurate. The next big thing for me was using the measuring tool and placing pick points and points to draw to. I really like SketchUp to mock up all kinds of ideas and concepts.
Thanks for sharing your experience and really happy to hear that these tips were helpful for you!
This is ABSOLUTELY the best tutorial I have ever seen! I learned more in 14 minutes than I have in years of blindly stumbling around. Thank you!
You're welcome!
Enjoyed this. After working in CAD (solidworks & autodesk) 5 years ago, I was tempted to run with my physical draft right into 3D model from scratch. Having the free version, where all useful Solid Tools are hidden, did not make this easy- of course, LOL. So this little reminder to go back and maybe do the longer and simpler process was appreciated (as much as I didn't want to xD).
Thanks for your time and clarity!
You're welcome!
Clear, direct and very useful! best introduction tutorial I have ever watched!
Wow, thanks!
Move tool lesson was excellent. Need more on that. Small rotation/movement point was invaluable.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video!
I’ve spent hours trying to get the basics right in the free version before deciding if I should job in the the paid
version. This video has given more confidence to keep going!
Thanks….
You're welcome!
Very well done. Especially the 1st and 3rd tips. Appreciate the effort and thought that went into this videi.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks already 1:37 in and you have helped me with starting in 2D vs 3D as this is my first time and I am just looking to import my builders floor plans to play around with a few things and figure out how to put furniture in , and maybe shape some future projects.
Awesome! Glad to hear that tip was helpful! We have a few upcoming videos that will continue to help you with the type of project you are working on, so stay tuned (and subscribe if you'd like)! Also, if you run into problems that you can't solve easily here on TH-cam, be sure to check out our Video Course Library which will walk you through everything you need to know: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
Great tips! So happy to see School still going strong. The first SketchUp team I ever encountered, waaaaay back when, and obviously still the best!
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Starting in 2D view can work well depending on what you're doing. I use to stay in the 2D view when sketching out the top down of a building's floor, but something more complicated like a chair seriously needs you to start in 3D. A good skill to have while 3D modelling is simply to be able to identify when to use 3D and when to use 2D.
Another tip that I would tie into this is simply not feeling inclined to eventually combine the finished model into one solid model, but keep using separate groups for each separate object in a hierarchy of groups. This allows you to focus on one bit of the model at a time, and allows you to use the 2D view technique for each individual part of the model, however I personally find doing that specifically time consuming and often doesn't get the most accurate results.
Thank you for sharing your experience - really helpful!
So helpful! Thank you!! I have to add... you are an excellent instructor.
Wow, thank you for the kind words! And you're welcome! 😊
Joey would you be willing to draw up a floor plan for me please, we can talk and come to an agreement on price
Great tips Mr. Alex! So helpful, thank you! 🙏
You're welcome!
Navigation hint for the Mac trackpad users: Two fingers drag to zoom, +Shift to orbit, or +Ctrl to pan. Gets around the missing middle click option. Thanks for a great video. I was causing myself issues with click and drag.
Thank you for including the Mac trackpad tips! Very helpful!
Thank you for the tips, just starting out.
Good luck as you start learning SketchUp!
Now I get how to use the move tool, thanks!
You're welcome!
Amazing. Thanks for taking your time to share this knowledge with us.
You're welcome!
OMG THANKS SO SO MUCH THIS HELPED!!!
You're welcome!
Thank you so much (didn't catch your name?)!! I just started using the free online one today because I'm mapping out a relative's farm to show where the electrical cables are buried. This video answered many questions about the program. I wanted to actually work in only 2D, and you showed me that. Who knows where I'll go in this program, so I subscribed just in case! I also appreciate the humorous tangents you went on ... academy awards, etc, haha. Definitely a bonus.
Hi John 👋 Really happy to hear that you found the video useful and that you've subscribed to the channel! We put a lot of effort into our videos and we're glad you noticed. Best of luck on your projects and happy to have you in the SketchUp School family!
Thank you!
I learn a lot :)
You are welcome!
Superb tutorial! Thank you so much
You're very welcome!
This single video is probably worth all of the others combined. Absolutely terrific.
Glad you liked the video - and thanks for the kind words! 😁
How precise and on point your notes are!😇
Simply amazing...😍
Love from India 🇮🇳
Really happy you liked them!
Thank you that was quite helpful for an absolute begginer.
You're very welcome!
Thank you, very useful video. Great tips.
You're very welcome!
I did learn somethings that are going to be great as I learn SketchUp. I definitely would have tried to start in 3D since that is the model. Thanks for providing such a great resource
You're welcome!
My first lesson went very well thanks to this video thank you
You're very welcome!
I am so grateful i saw this vdo now, cuz i started to work in SketchUp just today! I am gonna practice in 2d for a week and see how it goes
Glad you liked the video and good luck! 😊
u dont tell us nothing,u just want some subscribers nothing else
What a brilliant teacher!
Glad you like the videos!
Just found your videos this morning and I'm living for your future self thanking your past self 😂👍
Glad you are enjoying the videos! 😊
super helpful. thanks
You're welcome!
good work king, love you
SUPER HELPFUL!!!
Glad you found this video to be helpful!
I was able to go from zero to basic knowledge in 10 mins! Very useful, thanks!
You're welcome!
ITS REALLY WORKED LOL THANK YOU DUDE
You're welcome!
Thanks SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH IT WORKS 100%
Awesome - and you're welcome!
So useful thank you
You’re welcome 😊
Fantastic teacher.
Thank you! 😃
That was the best SketchUp video I've EVER seen. Thank you! Thumbs up, subscribed
Wow, thanks for saying so! And you're very welcome! Happy to have you on board!
awesome!! thank you so much alex
You're welcome!
Very useful, thanks
You're welcome!
LOVE IT!!
Glad you loved the video!
awesome, thanks
You're welcome!
I'd neve heard of Sketchup until I found this video. Thanks
You're welcome!
Great Intro but now we need the 2023 update!!! :)
Yes - we are actually just about to post the updated version. Subscribe and turn on your Notifications so you're alerted when we publish it in the coming days.
awesome video, thank you
Glad you liked it! And you're welcome!
wow. sir. all tips are awesome and easy to make work.
Really happy to hear all the tips have been useful!
thank you guyyy🥰
You're welcome!
Thanks 🌹👍
You're welcome!
the next level of sketchup tutorial 👍🏻😊, saluuttttt
Glad you liked it!
thanks 😊😊😊😊
You're welcome! 😁
and that scroll wheel... lol love it
(Logitech 502 Hero SE is my baby rn)
Glad you liked that one! 😊
Thanks❤️❤️❤️
You're welcome!
6:18 here to agree. Just signed up for your course on your website. Hope I’m not too far down the self-taught road… 😂
Happy to have you join the SketchUp School family!
Thank you for this! Super cool video! A+++
You're welcome!
thanks helpful vid
You're welcome!
These are so similar to the Vue Mastery courses in presentation style, which is great!
Glad you think so!
works gj
Great Video! Im new on soft soft, and tNice tutorials tutorial really helped
Hi! Does anyone know the key combination when I make a mistake while designing and want to give back with a move, or after I gave back and deleted what I did wrong to be able to give before what was deleted reappears?
To undo, on a PC you press the Control and V keys together. On a Mac, you press the Command and V keys together.
Control z to undo
This is hilarious hahah 6:35
Thanks a lot for the great videos! so helpful.
You're very welcome!
Great tutorial and one of the more understandable on the tube!
Question... what precision do i need to use for woodworking? I'm
designing a flag case and drawing in the height of the triangle then
querying the length of the piece. If I set the precision to 1/16" for
ie... I could be off by 1/32" give or take. Is that correct? I'm
confused. H. E. L. P.
That's right: If you set the precision to 1/16, then SketchUp will round to the nearest 1/16 which means things could be off by 1/32 or less. (And happy to hear you liked the video!)
thanks
You're welcome!
What version should I download that will work with my Mac since I am on a MBP that has High Sierra on it? Are there older versions that still are available?
SketchUp only offers the previous two versions for download (2022 and 2021). I believe you would need SketchUp 2020. You might contact SketchUp to see if they have a solution for you: www.sketchup.com/contact-us
👍all of your the better
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Hi Alex, there is a major shortcut missing from Sketchup: toggling the Select Tool! Imagine if no matter which tool you are using, holding down the Space bar would toggle on the Select Tool. Is there a way to customize this?
You can press Spacebar to switch to the Select Tool, but then you need to hit a key to go back to the other tool (the key for that tool). As far as making it into a toggle, I am not aware of a way to do that.
Hey Alex nice tips there! I am curious which company's mouse do you work with, can you recommend a good mouse? (that gaming Razer Death Adder I bought 5 years ago is no good). Thanks
I personally use the Logitech Anywhere mouse so that I can use it on all types of surfaces.
Nice 👍
Thanks ✌
Random question but since Sketchup is now a subscription do you think Sketchup Pro 2021 is worth upgrading to? I currently have the 2017 Pro version which I purchased. Thank you for your videos and expertise. 😊
It depends on what you are using SketchUp to do. If you use LayOut to document your designs, there have been enough changes that I think the upgrade is worth it. Also, there may be extensions that only support later versions of SketchUp - so that would depend on the types of extensions you may want to use.
If you want to follow up with this discussion, send us an email to team@sketchup.com and we'll be happy to continue to help you figure out whether the upgrade is worth it. (If you reply here we don't get notified and may miss it)
Hello, I just bought the newest version, I am also new to this. When I opened sketchup 2021, it only gave me the option of Files, open files, templates. How can I open the area where the colored axis are and start to create model?
Click on Template and then pick the Plan view template.
Hey! Thanks for you videos! I only wonder why its better to start draw in 2D? Im always using top view and parallel projection to make floor plan, never used 2D option for start.
Thank you!
The truth is that you should do whatever is most comfortable for you. But in our experience, for new users, it can be too much to try to bend their mind around navigating and drawing in 3D perspective view... and is much easier to get a handle on the basics in a 2D view to begin with.
Just fantastic! Do you write your own stuff? Thanks so much.
You're welcome! And yes, we write and plan our own tutorials based on our experience teaching SketchUp to professionals over the last 16 years.
I am trying to create a simple 2d floorplan for my basement I plan to finish. Is there a way to do this in the free app version?
Yes, you can create a simple 2D floor plan using SketchUp Free. We have a TH-cam video that outlines the process and while we use SketchUp Pro during the video, we also point out how it can be done with SketchUp Free. Take a look at that video here: th-cam.com/video/KVDnb47KBy8/w-d-xo.html
Really useful - I didn't even know you could start off in 2D. What a difference! I've found all the videos I've tried so far lose me as soon as I start as I can't conceptualise the 3d from the beginning. I want to design gardens and flowerbeds (often unusual shapes as I have to stick to the owner's original bed) - is there any way I can do this with Sketchup?
Glad this video was helpful! And yes, SketchUp is great for designing unusually shaped garden beds. The best way to learn how is to learn the fundamentals of how to draw and edit in SketchUp - those skills will be all you need to then learn to draw the types of shapes you need. Of course, you could try to teach yourself here on TH-cam, but if you want a more structured approach, I recommend our Complete Intro to SketchUp course which is a part of our Video Course Library. You can learn more about the Video Course Library here: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
Is this only for paid version of Sketchup as this doesn't look anything like the personal cloud-based version I am using. I've stumbled at the first step - as I haven't downloaded anything onto my Mac, I can't open the Sketchup > Preferences to select Plan.
We made a similar version of this video only for SketchUp Free. You can find it here: th-cam.com/video/yEGqe_CQ_wc/w-d-xo.html
I love to learn sketch up. Do you have a playlist for woodworking and cnc specific?
We don't have that sort of playlist yet... but we would be curious to find out what specific topics and questions you would like us to cover/answer related to woodworking and CNC routing?
@@SketchUpSchool It would be amazing to address a bit more the ability to construct and edit furniture pieces. Additionally, to post process Gcode to a cnc such as Xcarve or Avid cnc.
just watched this, i have some background in these programs but its been awhile. im wanting to use sketchup for construction design of equestrian facilities. fencing, barn, arena, property layout. whats the best tutorial/coaching that will get me going to start working in the free program?
We have video courses, but they are recorded using SketchUp Pro which has a different looking user interface than the free, web-based free version of SketchUp... so unless you would like to learn using those courses (you can learn more at www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library), we unfortunately don't know of a course that specifically covers the web-based free version of SketchUp.
Alex great video. What is your advice of creating a 360 degree panorams that can be shared easy?
Here is one option for getting 360 degree panoramic images out of SketchUp: help.sentiovr.com/docs/360-images-using-sketchup
A really great up to date video! I am about to embark on a new career to draw property plans here in Spain. I used to draw them by hand so I have a great knowledge of 2D drawings and my students when I taught engineering used to use Sketchup some years back but this is all new to me now. Thanks so much for a great video and especially sharing the notes in pdf to keep. I was going to start with free version and then go Pro, as they say, when my work takes off. Can I still access the 2D plan drawing modules in the free version? Thanks again Sally
Really happy to hear you liked the video! Be aware that the Free version has a different interface than the Pro version. So there will be an adjustment that comes with switching from Free to Pro later. As for your question about accessing 2D plan drawing modules... I'm not sure I understand. Can you explain a bit more? (Please email team@sketchupschool.com with more details as we don't get notified of replies here and are likely to miss your response... we will better be able to help you if you send us a message)
How is it going Sally? I was reviewing this video and saw your post. did you go Pro? My name is Jobyna McGee from Seattle, Washington.
Hello Alex, thanks for the video. i am new to sketchUp, how can i get a full tutorial from you from 2D unto 3D Model. Thanks.
Hi David - we offer all of the courses you need to go from 2D into a 3D model in our Video Course Library on our website. You can learn more about it here: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
Loving SketchUp, however, after drawing the 2D walls and grouping them as 'Exterior Walls', I'm unable to push/pull them into 3D walls. I'm seriously stuck, and I've watched several videos and I still don't understand where I took a wrong turn. Can someone point me in the right direction?
Now that you've grouped the walls, you need to right-click on them and pick the option for Edit Group. Then you will be able to Push Pull them.
@@SketchUpSchool Thank you So much!! I really appreciate your reply :)
Actually I love you 😍
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Due to a disability as primary direct with my computer through my VR headset and controllers. Any suggestions for doing so?
Sorry, but I am not aware of a way to control SketchUp through a VR headset and controllers.
how to go back to sketch up 2018 after having loaded sketch up 2021 trial version! not wanting to buy the latest vertion? All my files are now 2021, and forcing me to buy 2021!
I recommend you contact SketchUp's customer support to see if they can help you out: help.sketchup.com/en/contact-support/technical-question
Hello, I'm facing thins problem in SketchUp I'm updating a scene after offing profiles but when i click on the scene the profiles are on again. can you please help me
Please send this message to team@sketchupschool.com and one of our instructors will try to help you figure out the issue.
Hello! How can I undo my wrong move and get the plan back to the previous situation? Thanks!
Go to your top menu and pick the option for Edit > Undo
This bloke's good.
Glad you liked the video!
@@SketchUpSchool Yeah it's good, as you point out, if you get these small aspects wrong at the start, there'll affect your workflow for evermore. Nice work cheers!
Hello, every time I'm rendering in vray sketchup a lot of noise appear and the edge is very pixelied
Can you give a sollution for this problem
Thx in advance
Probably easier for us to try to help if you send this request along with a screenshot of what your image looks like to team@sketchupschool.com
Never would’ve thought playing the sims my whole life on pc would be beneficial
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Is there more on the free version?
I don't want to spend money until I feel confident on a product that I can use
Had a go at the free version entered details like measurements, entered metric and in the measurement box it was still in imperial measurements. So that put myself of. So still searching how to do.
This is a wonderful tutorial sounds simple. Will keep searching and I'll have a look at the show more above
Cheers
Yes, we will be releasing several videos soon that explain more about SketchUp Free so be sure to subscribe and click the notification bell to find out about those videos when they are posted.
@@SketchUpSchool thank you for that. I just want try before I buy, it does take me a while to come grips. Until about10 years ago I used VectorWorks for about 8 years
Cheers
Why does my version of sketchup 2021 look completely different and more "basic"? I have the free trial so maybe that's it, but I would think that during the trial I would get to try the real version (the version shown in most videos I see here on TH-cam)...
Hey Brian - send this question along with a screenshot of what you see to us at team@sketchupschool.com and we will see if we can help you figure out what's going on.
@@SketchUpSchool SAME!! I don't see those options on from Scenes --i don't see plan view from the scene... It kinda hard to follow when the program is totally different (I'm using Windows - and I just DL SketchUp Pro2021 (31 days TRIAL)> i will send my print screen to that email...Thanks.
hi i like all the 7 tips but i am new in sketch up and i want to learn more fundamentals for beginners.
You've come to the right place: We offer a Complete Intro to SketchUp course in our Video Course Library on our website. You can learn more and sign-up here: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
Good vid
Glad you liked it!
Hi do you provide any online classes? I bought sketchup online course in udemy, but I feel it very difficult,if you are making any please let me know or if there's any alternatives with your recommendation.Thanks
Yes, we offer a comprehensive set of SketchUp course in our Video Course Library. You can learn more and sign up for a free trial here: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
ok, but needs a periferal mouse? Any other tips before I dive in?
Yes, you should get a 3-button scroll wheel mouse. Beyond the tips mentioned in this video, the only other recommendation is that you consider streamlining your learning by checking out our Complete Intro to SketchUp course in our Video Course Library: www.sketchupschool.com/video-course-library
Is this link to the pro version? I won't be starting there…actually just need to do an elevation drawing to get a basic mock up drawn for engineers to get idea of what I am proposing. I was hoping the free version would accomplish at least that much, and I can get a grasp of how it works, take it from there.@@SketchUpSchool
Ok, got the periferal mouse…and tried to download a free app to my MacBook Pro…I was unable to find a free version that didn't say trial version. Do you have a legit site to download from…and do they all try to charge a dollar or whatever? I did find one that looked free, but they charged my cc a dollar and it never downloaded. I canceled but thinking there is alot about this I don't know and ways the consumer might be in danger. Thanks alot if you can help as I'd like to get started.
What are the benefits going from pro to studio?
I’m renewing my licence and tempted to go to studio but don’t want to waste $$. If I sign up for pro now and decide on studio later will I still be eligible for the $500 promotion? I’m taking a screenshot in hopes I can speak to someone during the week.
Hi Kara - with Studio (only available for PC) you get V-Ray for SketchUp and Trimble Scan Essentials. If you need both of those things, then Studio could be worth it. If you only need V-Ray for SketchUp (along with SketchUp Pro), then you don't have to upgrade to Studio as you can get V-Ray for SketchUp a la carte (from the Chaos website) with SketchUp Pro for less money. If you need more help understanding your options, send us a message at team@sketchupschool.com and we'll be sure to answer any other questions you have.
@@SketchUpSchool oh wow, thank you for responding to this. I was trying to work with vray for years and it caused issues for me. Took so long and often shut down. Now what I’m reading here is that it’s integrated with sketchup studio?
@@SketchUpSchool I ended up getting enscape because I was so frustrated, I was ready to quit my business. Seriously. So it seems like pro is probably just fine with my work flow now
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In over 20 years as a drafter and designer I have used AutoCAD, ProE, Solid Works, Inventor, and CAD Key. I have to say that hands down SketchUp is the least intuitive tool I have ever used. Maybe it is because I was trying to do mechanical design work in this software but it was painful.
Yeah, it seems like folks who come from a traditional CAD drafting background have a lot of habits from those programs that make the transition to SketchUp feel less intuitive than those who come to SketchUp without that background. Lots of changes in how to do things in SketchUp vs. traditional CAD programs.