Sketchup 2014 for dummies / by Aidan Chopra.

By:

Chopra, Aidan

text

Media type:

unmediated

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volume

ISBN:

9781118822661
1118822668 (pbk.)

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DDC classification:

23 604.20285536/C45

LOC classification:

T353 .C5662 2014

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Contents:

Cover; Title Page; Table of Contents; Introduction; Part I: Getting Started with SketchUp 2014; Chapter 1: Meeting SketchUp; Chapter 2: Establishing the Modeling Mind-Set; Chapter 3: Getting a Running Start; Part II: Modeling in SketchUp; Chapter 4: Building Buildings; Chapter 5: Falling in Love with Components; Chapter 6: Going Beyond Buildings; Chapter 7: Keeping Your Model Organized; Chapter 8: Modeling with Photos and Other Resources; Chapter 9: 3D Printing with SketchUp Models; Part III: Viewing Your Model in Different Ways; Chapter 10: Working with Styles and Shadows. Chapter 11: Presenting Your Model inside SketchUpPart IV: Sharing What You've Made; Chapter 12: Paper or Cloud? Printing and Uploading Your Work; Chapter 13: Exporting Images and Animations; Chapter 14: Creating Presentations with LayOut; Chapter 15: Diving Deeper into LayOut; Part V: The Part of Tens; Chapter 16: Ten SketchUp Traps and Their Work-arounds; Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Discover Even More; About the Author; Cheat Sheet; Supplemental Images; More Dummies Products.

Summary: This is a user-friendly guide to creating 3D models, adding textures, creating animated walkthroughs, and more, using one of the most popular 3D modeling programs on the market. Fully updated to align with the release of SketchUp, the book guides you through the interface, tools, techniques, and tricks in SketchUp and SketchUp Pro, on both Windows and Mac platforms Annotation Start building your 3D model today with a comprehensive guide to SketchUp 2014SketchUp 2014 For Dummies is a user-friendly guide to creating 3D models, adding textures, creating animated walkthroughs, and more, using one of the most popular 3D modeling programs on the market. Fully updated to align with the release of SketchUp, the book guides you through the interface, tools, techniques, and tricks in SketchUp and SketchUp Pro, on both Windows and Mac platforms. Written for designers with no prior 3D modeling experience, the book provides beginner- to intermediate-level instruction in this powerful program. With a strong emphasis on usability rather than features, SketchUp has found widespread success around the world. Available as a free download, the program allows you to get comfortable and develop your skills before investing in the Pro version's additional features. SketchUp 2014 For Dummies gets you up to speed fast, beginning with an overview of the basic concepts of 3D modeling before getting down to business with the software. Organized for easy navigation, the book can also serve as a handy desk reference for more experienced designers getting acquainted with the latest update. Topics include:Using SketchUp 2014 to create 3D modelsPrinting on a plotter or 3D printerSharing designs via SketchUp 3D WarehouseExporting to another design packageThe book also walks you through the creation of a detailed set of plans, and demonstrates how to give virtual "tours" of your design. A 16-page color insert illustrates the possibilities, and may just trigger your inspiration. Whether you're a designer, architect, engineer, or hobbyist, SketchUp 2014 For Dummies gets you started quickly.

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Status	Barcode
Books	College Library General Reference Section	CCS 604.20285536/C45 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available	81686

Includes index.

This is a user-friendly guide to creating 3D models, adding textures, creating animated walkthroughs, and more, using one of the most popular 3D modeling programs on the market. Fully updated to align with the release of SketchUp, the book guides you through the interface, tools, techniques, and tricks in SketchUp and SketchUp Pro, on both Windows and Mac platforms Annotation Start building your 3D model today with a comprehensive guide to SketchUp 2014SketchUp 2014 For Dummies is a user-friendly guide to creating 3D models, adding textures, creating animated walkthroughs, and more, using one of the most popular 3D modeling programs on the market. Fully updated to align with the release of SketchUp, the book guides you through the interface, tools, techniques, and tricks in SketchUp and SketchUp Pro, on both Windows and Mac platforms. Written for designers with no prior 3D modeling experience, the book provides beginner- to intermediate-level instruction in this powerful program. With a strong emphasis on usability rather than features, SketchUp has found widespread success around the world. Available as a free download, the program allows you to get comfortable and develop your skills before investing in the Pro version's additional features. SketchUp 2014 For Dummies gets you up to speed fast, beginning with an overview of the basic concepts of 3D modeling before getting down to business with the software. Organized for easy navigation, the book can also serve as a handy desk reference for more experienced designers getting acquainted with the latest update. Topics include:Using SketchUp 2014 to create 3D modelsPrinting on a plotter or 3D printerSharing designs via SketchUp 3D WarehouseExporting to another design packageThe book also walks you through the creation of a detailed set of plans, and demonstrates how to give virtual "tours" of your design. A 16-page color insert illustrates the possibilities, and may just trigger your inspiration. Whether you're a designer, architect, engineer, or hobbyist, SketchUp 2014 For Dummies gets you started quickly.

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