As with any software tool, there is a minimum level of learning you must do to attain proficiency with SketchUp. The following information can help you learn how to use SketchUp.
Google has created several video tutorials to facilitate learning of the SketchUp tools and drawing procedures. View these tutorials through the View Tutorials menu item in the Help Menu (Help > Video Tutorials). You must be connected to the Internet to access these tutorials.
Google has also created several self-paced tutorials to help you learn SketchUp. Access these tutorials through the Self-Paced Tutorials menu item in the Help Menu (Help > Self-Paced Tutorials). You must be connected to the Internet to access these tutorials.
This online user's guide contains a Concepts section for users who are new to working in three dimensions or new to SketchUp. This section is meant to be read sequentially before using SketchUp for the first time. You must be connected to the Internet to access this guide.
Most SketchUp commands are accessible using both tool buttons and drop-down menus. Examine SketchUp's menus to become familiar with the breadth of features.
Enable the Instructor (Window>Instructor) to display information related to the currently selected tool.
The SketchUp Quick Reference Card, available in the SketchUp Help Menu and on the sketchup.google.com, contains a list of all of toolbar tools and their modifier keys. Examine the SketchUp Quick Reference Card to become familiar with using SketchUp's tools. Click on the Help>Quick Reference Card menu item to display the Quick Reference Card .
The Status Bar, located at the bottom of the SketchUp Drawing Area, displays tips for the active tool, including special functions accessible using keyboard shortcuts. Watch the status bar while you are working in SketchUp to discover advanced capabilities of each of the SketchUp tools.
The SketchUp forums are a great way to contact others in the SketchUp user community. These forums provide a unique environment for you to obtain help, suggest new features, offer advice, and share your models. Visit the SketchUp user forums by clicking on the SketchUp Community menu item in the Help Menu (Help > SketchUp Community). You must be connected to the Internet to access the user forums.
Google provides training courses for users who want extra assistance with SketchUp from the experts at Google. Visit http://www.sketchup.com/training to see a list of training courses available in your area.
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SketchUp User Guide (Microsoft Windows): Learning SketchUp |
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