To change units in SketchUp online, you access the Model Info settings and adjust the options within the Units section, including the format and specific units for length, area, and volume.
Accessing Model Info in SketchUp Online
In SketchUp online versions like SketchUp Free or SketchUp Go, you typically access model settings through a sidebar menu. Look for an icon that represents 'Model Info' or 'Settings', often found in the left-hand toolbar or accessed via a menu icon (like a folder or a 'burger' menu) in the top-left corner. Clicking this icon will open a panel with various model settings.
Navigating the Units Section
Within the Model Info panel, you will find a section dedicated to Units. This is where you define how measurements are displayed and interpreted in your model. The settings available here allow you to customize the precision and type of units used.
Units Options Explained
According to the reference, in the Units section of Model Info, you will find key options to configure your desired measurement system:
Format
Choose your desired display format for measurements. The options provided are:
- Architectural: Displays measurements using feet and inches (e.g., 1' 2 1/2").
- Decimal: Displays measurements using decimal numbers (e.g., 14.5"). Requires selecting a decimal unit (Inches, Feet, Millimeters, Centimeters, Meters).
- Engineering: Displays measurements using feet with decimal inches (e.g., 1.21').
- Fractional: Displays measurements using inches with fractional inches (e.g., 14 1/2").
Length, Area, and Volume
You can select your preferred unit for each type of measurement independently from drop-down lists:
- Length: Choose the base unit for linear measurements (e.g., Inches, Feet, Millimeters, Centimeters, Meters).
- Area: The unit for area is automatically derived from your chosen length unit squared (e.g., Square Inches, Square Meters).
- Volume: The unit for volume is automatically derived from your chosen length unit cubed (e.g., Cubic Inches, Cubic Meters).
You can also typically set the precision for your chosen format and units in this section.
Practical Tips for Setting Units
- Set Early: It's best practice to set your desired units at the beginning of your project before you start modeling to avoid scaling issues later on.
- Consistency: Ensure your chosen units align with your project's requirements and any imported geometry.
By adjusting these settings in the Units section of Model Info, you can effectively change the units displayed and used within your SketchUp online model.
