In SketchUp, the default material is the material that is applied to all new faces and objects that you create. However, you may want to change the default material to something else that better suits your needs.
Luckily, SketchUp provides an easy way to change the default material. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to accomplish this.
Step 1: Accessing the Materials Browser
First, open SketchUp and navigate to the “Materials” window by clicking on “Window” in the top menu bar and selecting “Materials” from the dropdown menu. Alternatively, you can use the shortcut key “B” on your keyboard.
Step 2: Selecting a New Default Material
Once you have opened the Materials Browser, you will see a wide range of materials available for your selection. To choose a new default material, simply browse through the library and click on a material that you would like to set as your new default. The selected material will now be highlighted.
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If you cannot find a suitable material from the existing library, you can create your own custom material by clicking on the “+” button at the top of the Materials Browser window. This will open up additional options for creating materials from scratch or importing them from external sources.
Step 3: Applying the New Default Material
After selecting a new default material, right-click on it and choose “Set as Default Material” from the context menu that appears. You will notice that all new faces and objects created from now on will have this newly selected material applied automatically.
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If you want to revert back to SketchUp’s original default material in future projects, simply follow Steps 1 and 2 again, but this time select the original default material from the library and set it as the default material.
Conclusion
Changing the default material in SketchUp is a simple process that can greatly enhance your workflow. By selecting a material that aligns with your project’s requirements, you can save time by avoiding the repetitive task of manually applying materials to each new face or object. Experiment with different materials to find the one that best suits your needs and get creative with your designs!