Preface

SketchUp is the quickest and easiest way to create 3D models. Not only is SketchUp super easy to learn with its approachable interface, but it is an extremely capable piece of software that can take you far beyond what you may have initially thought possible. With this book, you will be able to quickly level up from a basic user and get started on the path of becoming a SketchUp ninja!

In each chapter, you will walk through the capabilities of SketchUp, challenging you to use tools in ways you may not have thought of in the past. This includes thoughts on organizing your model, modifying native commands, customizing your interface, utilizing inferencing, and more.

Additionally, you will learn about 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 book, you will have a better understanding of how to use SketchUp tools and be on your way to customizing SketchUp so that it is tailored to your own one-of-a-kind workflow.