If inches are your default unit of measurement, just type 14 into the Measurements box and press Enter — SketchUp assumes that you mean 14 inches. If you want to draw something 14 feet long, type 14′, just to let SketchUp know that you mean feet instead of inches.
What is the foot symbol on SketchUp?
to input feet use the key combination of [alt gr] and [‘] to input inches use the key combination of [alt gr] and [shift] and [“]
How precise is SketchUp?
SketchUp is 100% precise. When you type in a dimension into the VCB, SketchUp will draw or move the entity to that exact location.
How much RAM does SketchUp use?
SketchUp for Web – System Requirements
| Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
|---|---|
| 2.1+ GHz Intel processor | 2.8+ GHz Intel processor |
| 4GB RAM | 8GB+ RAM |
| 700MB of available hard-disk space | At least 1GB of available hard-disk space |
How do you write dimensions?
Here are some popular examples:
- Boxes: Length x Width x Height (See below)
- Bags: Width x Length (The width is always the dimension of the bag opening.)
- Labels: Length x Width.
What is the shortcut key for dimension in SketchUp?
The dimension tool allows you to place on screen dimensions between any two points. By default SketchUp does not have a keyboard shortcut for the dimension tool. I recommend setting a keyboard shortcut for this to D.
Do assembly drawings have dimensions?
Generally, the only dimensions shown on assembly and subassembly drawings are those needed to assemble the parts, standard components, and subassemblies. Thus, dimensions needed solely to fabricate a part should not be shown on assembly or subassembly drawings.
Where is the measurement box in SketchUp?
It is normally in the lower right corner of the screen. If it is not there, make sure you have SketchUp set to full screen. Go to View >Toolbars and uptick Measurements.