How Do You Set an Axonometric Angle in Sketchup?

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In Sketchup, an axonometric angle refers to the viewing angle at which you can see a three-dimensional object. By adjusting this angle, you can create different perspectives and views of your model. In this tutorial, we will learn how to set an axonometric angle in Sketchup using simple steps.

Step 1: Open Sketchup

First, open Sketchup on your computer. If you don’t have it installed, you can download it from the official website and install it.

Step 2: Open Your Model

Open the model you want to work on in Sketchup. You can either create a new model or open an existing one.

Step 3: Access the Camera Toolbar

To set the axonometric angle, we need to access the Camera toolbar. Go to “View” in the menu bar and hover over “Toolbars”.

From the drop-down menu, click on “Camera”. This will enable the Camera toolbar.

Step 4: Activate Parallel Projection

To set an axonometric angle, we need to use parallel projection mode. Click on the “Camera” menu in the toolbar and select “Parallel Projection”. This will change your perspective view to an orthographic projection.

Step 5: Adjust Axonometric Angle

Now that we are in parallel projection mode, we can adjust the axonometric angle. Click on the “Camera” menu again and select “Standard Views”. From here, choose one of the preset axonometric angles available like Top, Front, Back, Left or Right.

  • Note:
    • If you want a custom axonometric angle, you can choose “Iso” from the Standard Views menu. This will set a default axonometric angle of 35 degrees.
    • To set a specific custom axonometric angle, click on “Camera” and then select “Field of View”. Here, you can manually enter the desired angle.

Step 6: Save Your Model

Once you have set the desired axonometric angle, it’s a good practice to save your model. Click on “File” in the menu bar and select “Save” or use the Ctrl+S (Windows) or Command+S (Mac) shortcut.

Conclusion

Setting an axonometric angle in Sketchup allows you to create different perspectives and views of your model. By following these simple steps, you can easily adjust the axonometric angle to suit your needs. Remember to experiment with different angles to achieve the desired effect.

Happy modeling!