Are you using SketchUp for your design projects and wondering how to change the units? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to change the units in SketchUp for free.
Step 1: Accessing the Units Settings
To begin, open your SketchUp application and navigate to the “Window” menu at the top. From the drop-down menu, select “Model Info” which will open a new dialog box.
Step 1.1: Model Info Dialog Box
The Model Info dialog box is where you can customize various settings for your SketchUp model. In this case, we want to change the units, so make sure you are in the “Units” tab within this dialog box.
Step 2: Choosing Your Preferred Units
In the “Units” tab, you will see options to change the format for length, angle, and area. Let’s start with length as it is often the most frequently changed setting.
Step 2.1: Length Units
Under “Length,” you can choose from various unit options such as inches, feet, meters, millimeters, and more. Select your preferred unit from the drop-down menu.
- Note: Changing the length unit will affect all measurements within your model.
Step 2.2: Angle Units
If you also wish to modify how angles are displayed in SketchUp, navigate to the “Angle” section within the “Units” tab.
- Note: The default angle unit in SketchUp is degrees (°).3: Area Units
Lastly, if you want to customize the units for area measurements, you can do so in the “Area” section within the “Units” tab.
- Note: The area unit is often set to square feet by default.
Step 3: Applying the Changes
Once you have selected your preferred units for length, angle, and area, click on the “OK” button at the bottom right corner of the dialog box.
Step 3.1: Unit Changes in Effect
Congratulations! The changes you made to the units are now in effect. You will see all measurements displayed according to your selected unit format throughout your SketchUp model.
Note: Keep in mind that changing the units will not affect any existing measurements or objects within your model. It only affects how new measurements are displayed.
In conclusion, changing the units in SketchUp is a simple process that can be done for free. By following these steps and customizing your preferred unit formats, you can work comfortably with measurements that make sense to you.
We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through the process of changing units in SketchUp. Happy designing!