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Principal Tools, Axes, and Inferences

In this chapter, we will examine two of the Principal tools that are used in almost every SketchUp workflow! The Select and Eraser tools can do more than you might think at a first glance! We will also understand the importance of using Axes and Inferences while drawing and editing SketchUp Geometry.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

  • The Principal Tools
    1. Select
    2. Lasso Select
    3. Eraser
  • Axes
  • Snaps (Point Inferences)
  • Inferences

Working with the Principal Tools

If you have skipped ahead to this chapter, I understand! We always want to jump right into any new design software or tool and begin to see our designs realized! However, I highly suggest that you review the previous chapter before you begin ...

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