Are you looking to rotate an object 90 degrees in SketchUp? Look no further!
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to achieve this with ease. So, let’s dive right in!
Step 1: Select the Object
The first step is to select the object that you want to rotate. To do this, simply click on the object using the selection tool. You will notice that the selected object becomes highlighted.
Step 2: Access the Rotate Tool
Next, we need to access the Rotate tool. There are two ways to do this:
- Option 1: Go to the toolbar at the top of the screen and click on the Rotate tool icon.
- Option 2: Use the keyboard shortcut by pressing “Q” on your keyboard.
Choose whichever method you find more convenient.
Step 3: Define the Rotation Axis
Now that we have activated the Rotate tool, it’s time to define the rotation axis. To do this, move your cursor away from the selected object and click on a point that will act as your rotation axis. This could be any point in your model or a specific reference point on another object.
Note:
If you want to rotate an object around its center, simply click on a point at its center of gravity.
Step 4: Set the Rotation Angle
We are almost there! With our rotation axis defined, it’s time to set our desired angle of rotation. To rotate an object exactly 90 degrees, type “90” using your keyboard and hit Enter.
Alternatively, you can move your mouse in a circular motion to rotate the object manually. However, this method might not give you precise results, so it’s recommended to use the numeric input for a 90-degree rotation.
Step 5: Finish the Rotation
To complete the rotation, simply click anywhere on your screen. Congratulations! You have successfully rotated your object 90 degrees in SketchUp.
Remember that you can always undo or redo any action in SketchUp by using the keyboard shortcuts “Ctrl+Z” and “Ctrl+Y” respectively.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we learned how to rotate an object 90 degrees in SketchUp. By following these simple steps, you can easily rotate any object to achieve your desired orientation. So go ahead and give it a try!
Happy rotating!