How Do You Use Google Sketchup?
SketchUp is a 3-dimensional drawing and modeling software program that allows the user to create architectural drawings to scale and render profiles and cross-sections of the drawing. Acquired by Google, the search engine company, SketchUp provides both free and fee-based options for drawing. Download the free version of Google SketchUp to get started. As a complete 3-D modeling program, SketchUp offers the user a wide assortment of automated drafting tools and options for viewing the result. (See Resources) Install the program after downloading by double-clicking on the file name. As an executable file, the program will open and installation will begin. Enter a registration name and to choose options for the program. Open Google SketchUp and the main drawing board will appear on your screen. Before you go any further, select the included tutorial and watch an animated demonstration of SketchUp’s features and abilities. If you exit the tutorial, you can access it later from the “Help”
