Here's how you move multiple objects in SketchUp, incorporating details from the provided reference.
Moving multiple objects in SketchUp involves first selecting the items you want to manipulate and then using the Move tool. The process described in the reference allows you to make a copy while moving.
Before you can move several things at once, you need to tell SketchUp which objects you're interested in.
- To select multiple objects, activate your Select tool (usually the arrow icon).
- Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard.
- While holding Shift, click on each object you wish to include in your selection.
- You can also drag a selection box around objects. Holding Shift while dragging a selection box adds items to your current selection.
Once the objects are highlighted (usually with a blue bounding box), they are selected and ready to be moved or copied.
Moving or Copying Selected Objects
After selecting your objects, you use the Move tool. The reference specifically describes a process that includes pressing Ctrl/Option, which typically creates a copy of the selected objects during the move operation.
Follow these steps based on the reference:
- Activate the Move Tool: Select the Move tool from the toolbar.
- Prepare for Copy (Optional/As per Ref): Press the Ctrl key (Windows) or Option key (Mac). You'll notice a small plus sign (+) appears next to the Move tool cursor, indicating that you are now creating a copy.
- First Move Point: Click anywhere in your model to set the base point for the move. This can be on a face, an edge of one of the selected objects, or even in blank space.
- Second Move Point: Move your cursor to the desired destination and click again. The reference notes clicking "straight above the first move point, in the blue direction" as an example (Figure 1-12), which results in a vertical copy. You can click anywhere to define the move distance and direction.
Summary of Move/Copy Steps (as described in reference):
| Step | Action | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Select Items | Hold Shift and click objects. | Ensures multiple items are selected. |
| 2. Activate Move | Select the Move tool. | Prepares for the move operation. |
| 3. Press Ctrl/Option | Press Ctrl (Win) or Option (Mac). | This step, described in the reference, creates a copy. |
| 4. First Move Point | Click once to start the move/copy. | Can be anywhere - on object geometry or in space. |
| 5. Second Move Point | Click again to finish the move/copy. | Defines the destination/offset, e.g., in the blue direction. |
By following these steps, particularly using the Shift key for selection and activating the Move tool with Ctrl/Option as described, you can effectively move and/or copy multiple objects in your SketchUp model.
