Are you struggling with cutting multiple objects in Sketchup? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to efficiently cut multiple objects in Sketchup using some handy techniques. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Selecting the Objects
To begin with, you need to select all the objects that you want to cut. You can do this by either individually clicking on each object while holding down the Shift key or by drawing a selection box around them.
Step 2: Grouping the Objects
In order to cut multiple objects simultaneously, it is essential to group them together. To do this, right-click on the selected objects and choose Group from the context menu. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + G.
Note:
- Naming your group: It is recommended to name your group for easier identification later on. Right-click on the group, choose Entity Info, and enter a suitable name in the Name field.
- Anchoring your group: If necessary, you can also set a specific point within your group as an anchor point. This is particularly useful when aligning or positioning your grouped objects later on.
Step 3: Creating Cutting Geometry
In order to cut our grouped objects effectively, we need to create cutting geometry. This essentially means drawing a shape or line that will act as our cutting tool.
To create cutting geometry, simply select one of the drawing tools such as the Line tool or Rectangle tool from the toolbar. Draw the desired shape or line over the area where you want to cut your objects.
Note:
- Snapping to guides: If you have guides set up in your Sketchup workspace, make sure to utilize them for precise placement of your cutting geometry.
- Using inference points: Take advantage of Sketchup’s inference points to align your cutting geometry accurately with existing objects or edges.
Step 4: Cutting the Objects
Now that we have our grouped objects and cutting geometry in place, it’s time to perform the cut. To do this, follow these steps:
- Select both the grouped objects and the cutting geometry by either individually clicking on them while holding down the Shift key or by drawing a selection box around them.
- Right-click on the selection and choose Intersect Faces > With Selection from the context menu. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + X.
- The selected objects will now be cut based on the intersecting area of the cutting geometry. The excess parts will be removed, leaving behind separate entities.
Congratulations! You have successfully cut multiple objects in Sketchup using these simple steps.
Remember to ungroup your objects if necessary by right-clicking on the group and choosing Ungroup. Now go ahead and explore more possibilities with your newly cut objects!
We hope this tutorial has been helpful to you. Feel free to experiment with different shapes and cutting techniques to enhance your Sketchup skills. Happy modeling!