Getting Started with SketchUp

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Shortcut keys

You can save an incredible of time and mouse movement by using shortcut keys to activate your most frequently used tools. SketchUp displays default shortcuts next to many menu items. You can set your own by going to the SketchUp Preference and choosing the Shortcuts pane. Try and remember this list of 5 of the most frequently used tools. Hopefully you'll be hooked and wonder how you ever worked without using shortcuts!

> Select | - | Space Bar
> Line | - | L
> Move | - | M
> Rectangle | - | R
> Push/Pull | - | P

....and don't forget about a 3-button mouse for quick model navigation.