Taking SketchUp Pro to the Next Level
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Taking SketchUp Pro to the Next Level
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Overview of this book
Anyone who’s worked with it will know that SketchUp is the quickest and easiest way to create 3D models. While its approachable interface makes it super easy to learn, this book will show you how the extremely capable SketchUp software can take you far beyond what you may have initially thought possible. Get ready to level up from a basic user to becoming a SketchUp ninja!
Each chapter will take you through the capabilities of SketchUp, challenging you to use tools in innovative ways. This includes organizing your model, modifying native commands, customizing your interface, utilizing inferencing, and much more. Additionally, you’ll learn about the extensions that can be added to SketchUp to supplement the tools you have been using, allowing you to make your 3D modeling process quicker, easier, and more powerful.
By the end of this SketchUp book, you’ll have an enhanced understanding of how to use the impressive range of tools and be on your way to customizing SketchUp for your one-of-a-kind workflow.
Table of Contents (21 chapters)
Preface
Part 1: Getting More Out of Native Tools
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Chapter 1: Reviewing the Basics
Chapter 2: Organizing Your 3D Model
Chapter 3: Modifying Native Commands
Chapter 4: Taking Inferencing to the Next Level
Chapter 5: Creating Beautiful Custom Materials
Part 2: Customizing SketchUp and Making It Your Own
Chapter 6: Knowing What You Need Out of SketchUp
Chapter 7: Creating Custom Shortcuts
Chapter 8: Customizing Your User Interface
Chapter 9: Taking Advantage of Templates
Chapter 10: Hardware to Make You a More Efficient Modeler
Part 3: Extending SketchUp’s Capabilities for Modeling
Chapter 11: What Are Extensions?
Chapter 12: Using 3D Warehouse and Extension Warehouse
Chapter 13: Must-Have Extensions for Any Workflow
Chapter 14: Introduction to LayOut
Chapter 15: Leveraging the SketchUp Ecosystem
Index
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