Google SketchUp Tips - Using Dynamic Components

In Google SketchUp, you can learn about the products within a 3D model via the Dynamic Component Options Dialog Box.

First, you'll need a SketchUp model with Dynamic Components such as this one, the Universal Access Kitchen, which can be downloaded from Kraftmaid's Ideas and Inspiration Collection in the Google 3D Warehouse. You may also want to make sure that you've got the Dynamic Components Toolbar turned on.

Dynamic Components are smart objects within your SketchUp project, that often include various interactive options. After highlighting a Dynamic Component with the Select tool, you can activate the Dynamic Component Options Dialogue Box from the Dynamic Components Toolbar. Within the dialogue, you'll find detailed information about the product including Product SKUs dimensions, and hardware specs. You'll also often find links in the description field which route you through to the manufacturer's website where you can locate a dealer or download specification information.

In addition to the dynamic cabinets found in this particular Kitchen design, all of the appliances, and faucets include dynamic attributes.

The Dynamic Component Dialogue box also allows you to try out different product SKUs in your design. Once you've selected the product and activated the dialogue box, choose a new Model Number from the drop-down menu and click 'Apply.' The product will then re-size, enabling you to visualize different design options using real-world product configurations.

Check out Kraftmaid's 3D models on the Google 3D Warehouse http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/cldetails?mid=aa6e33e66acb4af64da5feaf...

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