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  • The ideal place for beginners to get help using SketchUp
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    BoxB
    Make it a component and save it to a component collection, then select and place it from the component panel whenever you need it.
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    soloS
    Hey guys I am desperate for very high resolution/quality satellite maps, I use Placemaker and I also use Nearmap but the resolution is not that great, I have tried using AI to upscale but that too does not really solve my issues. Is there another solution?
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    please up load your model however a simple method is to split a counter into sections with if statements basic handle turn, then door.skp
  • Sketchup for metal buildings?

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    Just to let you know, I did an architectural renovation to a metal building as a real project. Although I was less interested in the deep detailing, like fasteners and gusset plates, and more in the massing of the existing structure, as it affected my additions and modifications, I used the simple Sketchup toon shading in order to present my ideas to the client/ user. These presentations were very helpful in developing and explaining my design. It also helped me to determine how to draw the required CAD drawings. But your premise about the usefulness of Sketchup in the metal building industry is right on.
  • Export SU to 3D DWG and Edit that file in AutoCAD

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    JClementsJ
    The reason I asked is because one of our CAD persons was watching me build some structures with Arches and Domes in SU (we use a lot of piping and tanks in our models). They conceded that it was probably easier some to create some of these structures in SU rather than in AutoCAD. They were wondering if we could develop a workflow where I could create some models that he could import and use in his AutoCAD 3D sites. But on our first try, a many-sided cylinder didn't display correctly. The CAD person is relatively new to 3D cad, so I thought there might be some default settings in AutoCAD or specific commands that need to be done that they were unaware of.
  • Multiple views ---> single view

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    Actually, I just found another problem. When the SketchUP scenes are imported into Kerkythea, every camera is identical. I assume this is a problem with importing axonometric views -- does anyone know if there is a work-around for this?
  • Issues In Moving Objects Directly Upward

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    Hi folks. A trick: if you need to jump back and forth between two distant locations, I suggest making a scene for each of these locations. Don't forget that you can switch point of view, including changing scene in the middle of a move or drawing operation. For example, you need to start a circle on a precise point in a very cluttered part of the model (lets call in "Part 1"). You will need to zoom in closely to be able to snap to the precise point that you want. But, the circumference bust be snapped to a point that is hundreds of meters away in another cluttered part (lets call it "Part 2"). Option 1: 1 - Zoom in on Part 1. 2 - Start the circle on the proper point. 3 - While the Circle Tool is still active, zoom out, pan, orbit, whatever to get Part 2 in view. 4 - Zoom in on part 2. 5 - Click to finish the circle. If you need to do that only once, you have probably choosen the correct procedure. However, if you need to add, for example, a serie of lines between two parts that are far apart from each other, it can become very tedious. Option 2: 1 - Zoom, pan and orbit to set a usefull view for part 1. 2 - Create a scene (Scene 1, for example). 2 - Do the same for part 2. You will have a Scene 2. 3 - Click on the Scene 1 tab. 4 - Start a line. 5 - While the Line Tool is still active, click on the Scene 2 tab. 6 - Complete the line. Repeat as many time as required. When done, delete the scenes if they are not required anymore. Just ideas.
  • Tech brreakthrough fuel cel

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    daleD
    This may be similar to the Baxi system which I believe uses Ballard technology. The thing to note is that the BloomBox seems to be a co-generation system like the Baxi, in the sense it requires natural gas (or bio fuels)as co-gen power, so it's efficiency will likely be in the 70% range. Still a good step forward, but a long way to go. http://www.baxi-innotech.de/index.php?id=home&lang=1
  • Vertically Smooving a surface

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    Other modelling packages often let you edit the geometry by editing the vertices. http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=180&t=18021&p=227736#p227736 With this Vertex Editing plugin I'm making, you will be able to use soft selections - so that when you do changes, like move a set of vertices, the ones at the edge of the selection is affected less. http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=180&t=26387&p=227665#p227822
  • Outliner on Mac OSX

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    For some reason, it took me a couple of tries to load your model - it locked up SU one time and crashed it without warning the other. I did get it loaded on the third attempt and my first action was to use Thomthom's Cleanup script on it. The script found and erased 63 lonely edges - I have no idea if this was a cause of my problems or yours but as far as I can tell, Outliner is working fine on the cleaned-up model.
  • Hardware question - Tablet

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    I don't think that the kind of tablet is a problem. I use an old 12"x12" kurta, that can respond to a multi button mouse. My cad menu consist of a small drawing area, standard CAD functions, and a area for custom commands. My pointing device is a multi button pen. The system can be configured to replace a mouse with the pen for other programs, but I do not use it that way as the pen is harder to pick up then reaching for a mouse when switching from the keyboard.
  • A useful utility for copying multiple objects individually

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    @jean lemire said: To copy objects, why not use "Copy" (CTRL-C) on the objects in one file and then "Paste" (CTRL-V) in the other. On the PC you can open more than one instances of SU at the same time. Bonjour Jean, This technique works great. I never thought about it even though I use the copy/paste all the time with other programs. Merci and have a terrific day! _KN
  • Canopy

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    @unknownuser said: Double click your grouped geometry to edit it select each curve one at a time and right click and select entity info under segments you'll see 100 ,change that to 20 for example. Repeat fir each curve Many thanks. Fred
  • Printing A0 Prints of SketchUp Images?

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    From my experience, printing a 300 dpi A0 format takes ages. I would suggest to start with a 150 dpi A0 to reduce sizes and problems.
  • Autocad import scale

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    Thankyou Tig. I knew I was missing something.
  • Image export size test

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    I know this is a very old thread by now, but I have found a way getting round these limits and exporting at any size you want. It is here in the Tutorial forum: "Exporting 2D graphics with NO size limit" http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=26527 I have also posted a second tutorial on exporting Alpha masks for your 2D exports. "Creating an Alpha mask of your model for 2D graphic export" http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=26530#p228664 Bon appetit! David Mac
  • Texturing in sketchup--tips?

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    http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=323&t=23725&hilit=+Whaat read this post for better uv mapping in SU. This is as good as it gets I'm afraid. But others use Blender to achieve desired results as it's uv mapping is highly recommended. I've no experience with Blender yet but intend to check it out soon. I feel your pain though
  • Follow me issue? (pictures attached)

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    Not really, its a good idea to keep all entities of your model grouped in case you need to edit them later. For example, you may decide to change that simple profile for a different one down the road - if its grouped just delete the group and draw the new one, if its not grouped, you have to delete every line of the old profile before drawing the new one. Grouping also will make it easier to texture and organize your model, especially important as your models get more complex...
  • Randomizing components

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    Any idea how I would use component spray in that way? Let's say I have cylinder that I want to scatter some components inside of. I can select the cylinder and do a spray by selection, but that won't distribute the components inside the cylinder will it?
  • Sketchup 6 animation bug

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    GaieusG
    I guess that was clipping. Also, I have added you to the French UG so you can now see and post in the French Forum (you can sign up for any usergroups in your User Control Panel somewhere at the top left).
  • 3d terrain from CAD?

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    goto http://www.youtube.com search for Sketchup tutorials terrain, viola!
  • Import dwg 2010

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    Find it here http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/pc/index?siteID=123112&id=9078813
  • Editing an existing Component

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    Thanks - knew I was missing something!

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