Are you looking to change the size of a rectangle in SketchUp? Look no further!
In this tutorial, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of resizing a rectangle in SketchUp, using simple and easy-to-follow instructions. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Select the Rectangle
To begin, select the rectangle you want to resize. You can do this by clicking on the “Select” tool from the toolbar and then clicking on the rectangle.
Step 2: Activate the Scale Tool
Once you have selected the rectangle, activate the “Scale” tool. You can find this tool in the toolbar or by going to “Tools” > “Scale” from the menu bar.
Step 3: Resize the Rectangle
With the Scale tool activated, move your cursor towards one of the corners of the rectangle. You will notice a small square handle appear at each corner. Click and drag one of these handles to resize the rectangle.
- Tips:
- To maintain proportions: Hold down the Shift key while resizing to keep the original aspect ratio of your rectangle intact. This prevents any distortion.
- To resize from center: If you want to resize your rectangle from its center rather than one of its corners, hold down the Ctrl key (Windows) or Option key (Mac) while dragging a corner handle.
Step 4: Check Dimensions
After resizing your rectangle, it’s always a good practice to check its dimensions. To do this, select the “Measurements” tool from either toolbar or go to “Tools” > “Measurements” from the menu bar. Click on any edge of the rectangle to display its dimensions in the Measurements box.
Step 5: Finalize the Changes
If you are satisfied with the new size of your rectangle, you can finalize the changes by clicking anywhere outside of the rectangle. This will deselect it and save your modifications.
That’s it! You have successfully changed the size of a rectangle in SketchUp.
Now you can resize rectangles as per your design requirements effortlessly. Remember to practice and explore other SketchUp tools to enhance your modeling skills. Happy designing!