SketchUp Tips for Woodworkers
See how to do specific functions in SketchUp.
Get a Free SketchUp Account
See how to get and access your account.
How to Zoom, Orbit, Pan
See how to move around in SketchUp
Project Dimension Settings
See how to choose the dimensions you’ll use for your whole project, including how each one looks.
Create a Component
See how to make a board with specific dimensions and how to turn it into a solid object.
Rotate a Component
See how to pick your rotation point and turn your component in the exact direction you want.
Create Half Lap Joint
See the easy way to notch out boards to create a half lap joint.
Tape Measure Tool
See all the ways to use the tape measure tool for both measuring distance and marking join or cut points.
Add Dimensions to Model
See the easy way to add dimensional measurements to each part of your model.
Add Wood or Colors, and Export Images
Make your models look great and the export multiple image views.
Create Bill of Materials
See how to use the Components in your model to create a bill of material, plus tips on layout and how to add dimensions.
Create Dados and Rabbets
See the easy way to create and replicate dados and rabbets across a board.