Are you new to Sketchup and wondering how to draw a rectangle? Look no further, because we’ve got you covered!
In this tutorial, we will walk you through the simple steps to create a rectangle in Sketchup. Whether you’re an architect, designer, or hobbyist, knowing how to draw a basic shape like a rectangle is essential. So let’s get started!
Step 1: Opening Sketchup
If you haven’t already, go ahead and open Sketchup on your computer. Once it’s open, you’ll be greeted with the welcome screen.
Step 2: Creating a New Project
To create a new project in Sketchup, click on the “Start using Sketchup” button on the welcome screen. This will open up a new blank document.
Step 3: Selecting the Rectangle Tool
Now that you have a new project open, it’s time to select the rectangle tool. You can find it in the toolbar on the left-hand side of the screen. It looks like a square or rectangle shape icon.
Step 4: Drawing the Rectangle
With the rectangle tool selected, move your cursor over to the workspace in Sketchup. Click and hold down your left mouse button at one corner of where you want to start your rectangle.
Note: If you want to draw a specific size for your rectangle, you can enter the dimensions in the measurement box at the bottom-right corner of your screen before drawing.
Tips:
- You can use arrow keys on your keyboard while drawing to lock movement along an axis (x or y).
- If you want to draw a square instead of a rectangle, hold down the Shift key on your keyboard while drawing.
Step 5: Completing the Rectangle
Now, move your cursor to the opposite corner of where you want to end your rectangle. Click and release the left mouse button to complete the shape.
Note: You can always edit the size and position of your rectangle later using Sketchup’s editing tools.
Step 6: Saving Your Project
Congratulations! You have successfully drawn a rectangle in Sketchup.
Now it’s time to save your project. Click on “File” in the top menu bar and select “Save”. Choose a location on your computer, give your file a name, and click “Save”.
In Conclusion
Drawing a rectangle in Sketchup is as easy as following these simple steps. Remember to explore other tools and features in Sketchup to enhance your design skills further.
We hope this tutorial has been helpful. Happy sketching!