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Hand drafting for Interior Design, SketchUp, Autodesk 123D and MakerBot
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Workflow with an online raster-to-svg converter and 123D Design to import a raster (pixel) file as SketchUp geometry.
Convert a raster (.png) file to an .svg file, import it into Design and extrude it to make a cookie cutter.
See how the paint bucket acts when applied outside and inside a group.
Download and install a new font into the software, available for all your SketchUp files.
Find and install plug-ins (extensions) from the Extension Warehouse. Then find their toolbars in the software.
Model a Batman logo pendant with an imported SVG file, Extrude, and Combine. Size and check it for 3D printing suitability with Meshmixer’s Analysis tools.
Make a mold for ice cubes, Jello or chocolate in the shape of Legos with the Rectangular Pattern, Sketch Rectangle, Pattern, and Split Solid tools.
Model a house with Loft, Extrude, and imported stl files of a door and window.
Make a pencil holder for Mom with 3D Text, Union and Autofold.