Getting Started With Sketchup For iPad - A Draw-Along Tour For Beginners

[@iPadForArchitects]

If you hate searching for the right Morpholio, Procreate or Sketchup for iPad tutorial on KZbin, download the FREE iPad For Architects 1-click Interactive Guide. It’s a sortable spreadsheet that helps you find the video you need from the 200+ tutorials on this channel. Click to download, and I’ll see you in the next video: www.ipadforarchitects.com/0ne-click-interactive-guide

[@ramroad2008]

I was about ready to give up on finding an app to use for designing projects around the house. Everyone wants to charge you exuberant amounts of money for apps now. Just to try something out. 7 day’s isn’t necessarily enough time to learn something and evaluate it. I was ready to go back to my graph paper, ruler and mechanical pencils. But you showed in 12 minutes exactly what I wanted to know. On top of that you have some expertise that I can learn from.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Wow what a nice comment to wake up to thank you so much!

[@ollebelow3117]

This is awesome. How about adding exact measurements? Adding a keybord?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Haha wait, you want me to work even harder at these videos, Mr. Below??? All excellent points, Olle, and I hope to have my sh_t together well enough to address them all in coming videos.

[@GaryR55]

There are plenty of Bluetooth keyboards for iPad.

[@HelenBeeee]

I’ve just downloaded the free trial looking forward to learning SketchUp in a more intuitive way and combining with my procreate skills 👍

[@jakegevorgian]

This is really cool. Is it available for all SketchUp pro subscribers?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Not really sure? May be a separate purchase?

[@mun-shots]

thank you so much, you are the only sketchup tutorial on ipad i could find. though it'd be nice to do a tutorial for complete beginners who have never used sketchup but want to start on ipad, thank you!

[@ColinHolgate]

If you go to the SketchUp channel on KZbin, and search for 'SketchUp for iPad Square One', you will see a lot of introduction videos. One of the entries in the results will be a playlist that includes 8 of the videos.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Just seeing this comment and you have made my day! Thanks so much for kind words. How are you using these apps in your professional life, if I may ask?

[@ColinHolgate]

When you choose any tool you see a scholar's mortar cap icon. Touch that you see a video showing how to use the tool. In the case of AutoShape, you also are shown 20 shapes that you can draw, including the ones to predictably get a sphere and other volumetric objects.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks for the heads up. How are you using these apps in your professional life, if I may ask?

[@ColinHolgate]

@@iPadForArchitects I'm a QA Engineer at SketchUp. Mostly I use our apps while testing or tracking down issues.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@ColinHolgate Well. welcome once again and thanks for keeping things on the up and up! Btw, did we meet at Bootcamp?

[@ColinHolgate]

@@iPadForArchitects Possibly! I'm the short English guy with as much hair as my avatar has.

[@cynthiagonzalezmuthyala2331]

This is great. I’m still new to all of this. How do you group stuff?

[@catherineduncan6611]

This was the best intro to a video 😆

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thank you, Cat! You have inspired me to keep going! Happy Saturday to you

[@GaryR55]

Procreate is an app I already have, so this is perfect! Thanks!

[@iPadForArchitects]

It’s my favorite

[@jerryeisner1]

I just stumbled onto your video for the first time while surfing KZbin. I've only gotten /57 seconds into your intro. re: how you want to help viewers find the exact tutorial they need at the time they need it. That really is what I have been looking for in Photoshop as well. Do you know of anyone such as yourself who can help people like myself who are in desperate need of finding the proper tutorials at the proper time for Photoshop, Lightroom and other programs such as the one you are piloting in this video? Thanks so much.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks so much, Jerry!

[@Juststudiothings]

You're a GEM. Read my mind sir. And added things I didn't even know I needed.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Just seeing this comment and you have made my day! Thanks so much for kind words. How are you using these apps in your professional life, if I may ask?

[@ubaidnazir4112]

Thank-you for this video. This seems to be the life saver. I moved to uk recently and unable to secure a job because of no local experience. Now my plan is to get an iPad and work on my portfolio while sitting on my car in front of McDonald waiting for Uber eat deliveries. Can anyone guide me about the battery timings of iPad and how to make best use of it?

[@iPadForArchitects]

You will definitely want a charger that works with cigarette lighter or USB port in your car. Mine runs out after about 4-6 hours of work, these days. Maybe I need a new one, too?

[@KRhodus21]

You had me at “reading an owners manual” ❤😉😂

[@iPadForArchitects]

Right? Haha thanks

[@MissBootsie]

I'm about to purchase an ipad pro. What spec is your ipad (RAM, Internal storage) or what would you recommend.

[@4135289018]

I’m still back on iPad version 2 and need to upgrade myself but I always say the 12.9 (for sure) in the fastest most powerful and largest storage version you can afford. You will never regret it ) thanks for reaching out btw!

[@MissBootsie]

@@4135289018 Thanks for your reply, advice is really appreciated. I've gone with a refurbished 2021 Ipad Pro 5th gen. 8gb RAM. 512gb. Went refurbished so I could get as much RAM/Storage I could afford. Really looking forward to getting started with it. I'm a garden designer and have been doing a combination of hand drawing and SketchUp. I'm hoping this makes me paperless (without removing the freehand drawing element I love) and dramatically speeds up my process. Also really looking forward to rendering/presentation possibilities - exploring Procreate and Morpholio trace. Will be following lots of your tutorials. Thanks again.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@MissBootsie You're welcome! And it sounds like you made a great choice. I'm a big believer in refurbished. too

[@ruftime]

Thank you! Not sure about this “Owner Manual” of which you speak?!😎

[@MrIsaTube]

Salaam! Wow! That was how it’s done…very concise informative and fun. Thank you 🙏 I am completely engaged in using this new version of Sketchup for iPad Absolutely.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Very welcome Isa! So glad you enjoyed it

[@dennispreble4064]

I love this, I’m building some special features in my new house and this will help me conceptualize and show those ideas to my better half. I wanted to ask you though is it possible to make an ellipse? I’m building arches in my house and two of them are ellipse

[@iPadForArchitects]

Yes, just make a circle, and then double tap and edit that circle in usual way to make it an elongated circle aka ellipse

[@redmandesigns8924]

Nice video can u save the model to a older version of SketchUp .? because I have SketchUp pro 2018 on my laptop

[@iPadForArchitects]

I will check that tomorrow and get back to you!

[@redmandesigns8924]

@@iPadForArchitects thanks mate is there a rendering program for SketchUp on iPad ?

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@redmandesigns8924 again not sure but I’ll ask my sources. I’ll be exploring the Morpholio interface next

[@janeheymann7120]

Thank you so much for sharing! Im a bloody beginner, will you maybe make a video where you show how to model a house from the beginning on an I Pad maybe? or does anyone knows here where I can find a video for that?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I have a course that does that, if that would help? You can check it out here: www.ipadforarchitects.com/sketchup

[@yeideevioleta1018]

Thank you for sharing your findings and knowledge!

[@alisondominitz4387]

Loved this so much to learn. I still feel im drawing in the sand with a stick but with you …….

[@iPadForArchitects]

You made my day!! May I ask how you are using these apps in your professional life?

[@jetsonjoe]

You have no idea how appreciative I am of your great videos and information. Thank you very much.

[@iPadForArchitects]

That makes me feel great thank you! How are you using these apps in your professional life?

[@jetsonjoe]

@@iPadForArchitects quick layouts to assist customers who have not utilized services of designer to ensure items will fit...and give then confidence in their choices...vanity, toilet, freestanding tubs, mirrors...etc...simple shape placement to get a feel visually...providing they have minimum room measurements. All to be verified with their installer as clearly labeled as such. I will not provide dimensions on view on assist...I do not want to be held liable...he said it will fit scenario. Basic , basic very basic.

[@brandyp92]

Thank you for this overview! I learned some interesting tips I haven’t seen anyone else talk about. New subscriber and I’m definitely looking into your classes!

[@iPadForArchitects]

I'm so glad, Brandy! Thanks so much for the sub and may I ask how you're using Sketchup and/or the iPad in your professional life?

[@brandyp92]

@@iPadForArchitects I’ve been using SketchUp for my DIY projects like woodworking and home renovations for a few years - interior and landscapes. I’m studying Interior Design and use Revit for school. I prefer to incorporate my IPad into my workflow because there’s virtually no lag time when I’m sketching or editing HD photos and videos. And of course if I’m traveling I don’t have to lug the laptop. I’m still finding which tools to use for the full design process but SketchUp has always been easier to learn and now it’s even more accessible.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@brandyp92 thanks so much. And so you have checked out my Procreate videos too? There’s a lot of time saving rendering and design ideas in there 🙃

[@iPadForArchitects]

Hey @Brandy Posada: just wanted to follow up. The new online courses have (finally) launched and you can browse them here: james-akers-2f16.mykajabi.com/online-courses-from-ipad-for-architects-and-designers. Thank you again for your interest!

[@mojodojo5533]

I'm amazed how SU has evolved. Powerful.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Seems like the world is headed toward mobile and the iPad. Ironically the M1 iPad will make more powerful things possible right? Thanks for your comment and may I ask how you’re using these apps in your professional life?

[@mojodojo5533]

@@iPadForArchitects I use pc version of SU for quick mass models. The boss uses Photoshop for renderings but looking to see if I can find him an app that is not as cumbersome to do quicker renderings and edits of 2d elevations and or sketches. He uses both PC and I pad. Procreate might be the one.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@mojodojo5533 cool! Have they seen my procreate videos? It’s my specialty to be honest and I think they’d be psyched to see how easy it is

[@mojodojo5533]

@@iPadForArchitects will be showing them ASAP. Thx!

[@tredfxman]

Obviously this cannot replace anything on pc/mac like Maya, 3DS Max, Cinema 4D and Lightwave, Blender etc etc. But its amazing simplicity for what its supposed to do!

[@iPadForArchitects]

So true, which is why I use t only for concept design and some design development--the loose-goosey stuff that is so much easier to do with a pencil than with keyboard and mouse, IMHO

[@PlegakPleguk]

I think iPad is a familliar digitizer as drawing table + mock up simulator for senior architect without bridging to actual CAD and BIM

[@iPadForArchitects]

I couldn't agree more. Thank you for your thoughtful comments and pls keep them coming! If you haven't answered elsewhere already, can I ask how you're using iPad drawing in your personal or professional life?

[@geoffreymouen3099]

Great Presentation and Teacher Very helpful- Thank You

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thank you so much! How are you using these apps in your professional or student life?

[@Lawnup]

James! Great tutorial beginners

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks, Linda!

[@peterxyz3541]

First time on your channel. Thanks. I was waiting for sketch up on iPad

[@iPadForArchitects]

Welcome. Let’s learn it together lol

[@quintonmckimm]

2:35 Desktop SketchUp does have Zoom Extents... typically Shift+Z keyboard shortcut

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks for valuable thought!

[@OmarCalderon01]

great job Jim. will have to trade stories on using this very liberating app.

[@iPadForArchitects]

I’d love that. Maybe a combo video/Zoom where we talk about it together?

[@chrisc990]

Thanks for your excellent video. Do you know if it is possible to load in plugins to SU on the ipad? - I am referring specifically to SimLab pugins such as STEP importer or render extensions, etc? - I am concerned with it being on the M1 or M2 chip there may be compatibility issues. Thanks!

[@4135289018]

I will check for you

[@klaaslemmens9296]

Duidelijke video! Bedankt!

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thank you!!

[@Bigsinglecoils]

Thank you for this, much appreciated!

[@iPadForArchitects]

You are so welcome!

[@wooddy3dshow]

I can wait for iPad 2 with M2 ship or buy it now?

[@theydontknow9260]

Thanks for doing these tutorials! Can you import a 2D floorplan and draw (build) a model on top of it? How do your previous models already exist on the "Recents" list?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Funny you should ask. I am making such a video as we speak. In meantime since you asked, get the 2d plan all ready in your iCloud Drive, then once you have the SketchUp app opened, go to the three dots at the bottom of the left toolbar and at the top right of the pop-up menu select the add image icon then choose the “add image as object” option, then navigate to your files and select the plan you put there. Now tap the tip of the pencil to the origin and with one smooth gesture pull out and away from the origin, then raise your pencil when the plan is roughly big enough. After that you can scale the plan up by choosing the tape measure tool, tapping on the left side of a known dimension , then pulling it across to the right side of that known dimension. Now tap in the length dialog box and enter your desired length. When sketchup asks you if you would like to change the scale of your entire model say yes, and you are on your way!

[@theydontknow9260]

@@iPadForArchitects Thank you! This is going to be fun and more questions will come. I waited a long time for a pen version of a drafting software. This might be it or it might lead to it.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@theydontknow9260 funny, I haven’t ever thought of it as that but of course you’re right it really can be thought of as a kind of pen drafting! Good one

[@ujjwalkumaryadav4309]

Which iPad do you use and which iPad is best for sketch

[@iPadForArchitects]

I'm using a 2nd generation 12.9 Pro w/ 512 GB. Def due for an upgrade, but it still gets the job done

[@elwood212]

James would this app be appropriate for a total beginner?. I’m looking for an app to draw a floor plan elevations and help me calculate materials , ie roof and wall sheets etc. I don’t need a rendering or 3d.

[@veljkostojanovic4096]

Is there any way to download Sketchup totally free for iPad(like pirate version)? I want to buy tablet for Sketchup, but program cost 285€ a year.

[@iPadForArchitects]

I'll look into that and get back to you, but sadly I don't think so

[@grundvater]

Gut gemacht, klasse Video.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Danke sehr

[@naz2167]

great vid! whats the specs of your ipad?

[@crownmoldingbyspectaculart941]

I’ve been using sketch up for iPad for a while now, and the one thing that I find a challenge is to do an array of a component over a long distance. When I select the object with my pencil, using the move plus tool, I would expect that I would be able to drag off the screen so that I could keep my model visible enlarged of scale to be able to place it. What’s your solution for this kind of procedure?

[@iPadForArchitects]

OMG that's beyond my pay scale, my friend. I have yet to try moving an array of a component, sorry!

[@crownmoldingbyspectaculart941]

@@iPadForArchitects I’m amazed. you’re a master at this thing

[@4135289018]

@@crownmoldingbyspectaculart941 haha not at this depth my friend. I’ve been working on my courses getting them online and tuning in the marketing so I’ve gotten a little rusty! My sincere apologies But I promise to look next time I fire up the iPad

[@Strength_And_Fortitude]

Do you know of a ipad app that exports to revit and or autocad?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Sadly, I do not, but I think the iPad is best suited to concept design where you can stay loose and mostly freehand, helping you access parts of your imagination that you can't reach under the restricted conditions of "designing" with a keyboard and mouse. I don't know about you but I always get tight when I try to design in Sketchup. I guess I see iPad as more of a sketchbook for the 21st century, combining the familiarity of pencil with the power of Photoshop, but stopping short of setting actual dimensions that could open up in CAD. Of course you can always export a 2D jpeg and start drawing over that in CAD

[@Strength_And_Fortitude]

​@@iPadForArchitects Thank you and I agree with you. Thought maybe by exporting into a revit / cad design software it would give you some of the elements from your sketch. New to this

[@lemueltanada2561]

What type of file can be imported. like obj.dwg.blend.dae? or just skp file only

[@iPadForArchitects]

I don't actually know? I was only concerned with importing my existing desktop .skp files. Try googling "What files can I import into Sketchup for iPad" maybe?

[@dsdesiign]

Bom dia! Seus vídeos são incríveis, parabéns pelos ensinamentos. Você conhecer algum app para render usando Sketchup para Ipad e algum app render? Eu tentei usar o Cadmio, mas não consegui exportar para editar as partes separadas. Muito obrigado.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Não sou muito bom em renderização digital, mas adoro renderizar com um lápis. O Sketchup para iPad pode exportar arquivos USDz, e eu sei que eles podem ser abertos no Procreate e no Morpholio, mas você teria que fazer sua renderização em um estilo de renderização manual. Isso é útil? Obrigado por suas amáveis palavras, a propósito!

[@Aden_decor]

Can you make sketch that man moveng?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Haha I am terrible at Procreate animations, if that's what you mean? Can you share with everyone how you're using iPad drawing in your personal or professional life?

[@joepaquet4332]

I'm going to pick up an Ipad now that this is available. Probably a refurb 12.9. Is there an optimum model requirement? I don't think I need an excess amount of storage nor constant connectivity.

[@iPadForArchitects]

If you don’t anticipate huge files, or especially if you are good at backing up your iPad to iCloud, which I am not!, Then yeah, no big deal just get the fastest 12.9 inch iPad you can get either used or as a re-Ferb. That’s what I do

[@iPadForArchitects]

In terms of sticking with it, what I see most amongst people who find it difficult to keep using the iPad is that they are working on too small in iPad, so you’re instinct to go 12. 9 inch is right on

[@joepaquet4332]

@@iPadForArchitects Thank you, and what spec controls "fastest"? , sorry I bought second gen ipad for my kids and never saw it again, lol, so I'm a bit out of touch on what would be optimum.

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@joepaquet4332 I mean when you find 2 or 3 12.9” iPads on the return market get the one with the fastest processor that’s still in your budget. Storage aka RAM is less important than processsor speed aka x number of gigahertz. I don’t really get it either but just keep that in mind

[@joepaquet4332]

@@iPadForArchitects my brother from another mother...we are of similar mind....i just want it to work as intended...Thank you!

[@markr8604]

Ive been using this for about 10 days. Did not know about the autocompnet AI that was built into this. Thank you for covering this!!!! Question (haven't finished the video yet). But can you set up your own components, and program the type of free hand sketch, for Sketchup to then place the custom component? So if i want a baseplate, and i created a component for it, and then on plan, i sketch the outline of a square with 4 circles internally, could sketchup then load a baseplate...? My background is structural engineering and quick sketching of beams, columns, retaining walls etc would help massively.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Wow that’s a sweet idea. I don’t know!? But I can see appeal. Maybe you could create those shapes-the 2D section shapes of plates, beams, etc--and store them yourself in the 3d warehouse? The connection between the app and 3d warehouse is very fast. Let me know if that works

[@markr8604]

@@iPadForArchitects how do you tend to Store details / components for projects Jim? Coming over from the world of REVIT and CAD... We have a designated file location where we can import. Do you have a specific files in sketchup that you store one detail at a time? Or do you have multiple details stored in one file... And copy over as required? (again.. Using the area I work in)... For typical baseplates.... I may use maybe 6 / 7 versions that will cover most column requirements. Would you store all 7 in a single file... Or have 7 Seperate files? It's the same for retaining walls... I have designed in cad 8 versions of a retaining wall (different heights)... But would rather a single source. I don't want to overly depend on the warehouse... As finding the relative classification of products is more saturated for overseas. Anything you suggest? Or have you done a video addressing this maybe?

[@cookbakes6931]

What is the cost of subscription per month

[@iPadForArchitects]

If you mean SkiP, they have a yearly plan, I believe. If you mean my Sketchup for iPad course, it's a mere $29/month. Can't beat that as the rpice for mastering SkiP, eh? Links in description below, and thank you so much for your comments! They mean the world to me. If you haven't answered elsewhere already, can I ask how you're using iPad drawing in your personal or professional life?

[@monky7867]

Hi, an ipad 10.2 9th gen. Will be sufficient for this app?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I believe so but make sure it is compatible with Apple Pencil. It’s been a while since I had to know about this stuff, but I think you might need one of the “Pro” versions of an iPad to work with a pencil.

[@MedEducationist]

Wow!👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 Would you know if there's such a smart thing for doctors? Like for medical teaching... that could create diagrams and images like this??

[@iPadForArchitects]

I’d have to know more about the specific kinds of diagrams you’d want to make. But i think procreate could help you make those things, and if it seemed like a lucrative business venture I could help you make the stencils you’d need to tailor the app to your specific medical diagram use case

[@paulcritchley464]

Dear Peter Akkies I've signed up for your sketch up for iPad. Been using VectorWorks for a few years. Have looked at Sketch up and been wondering if I should change. With iPad I'm going to change as there are many apps that I can use. What I can't get the handle on it Library's. Detail library where I have all my detail's stored. Just got to order and iPad now I've just found your KZbin's and spent the morning going through your video's. Well done they are brilliant. Have done the subscription and likes on some, just I forget about likes. Been toying about the iPads for a long time, first a mini, then iPad, then back and forth with the iPad Pro. So it must be a pro. Cheers

[@iPadForArchitects]

So glad to have you aboard, Paul

[@paulcritchley464]

@@iPadForArchitects 👍😜

[@Realism91]

They should allow any amount of accuracy, 3 inch accuracy would be nice, common in kitchens.

[@iPadForArchitects]

God I would love that. Even the 1" limit drives me a little crazy. Everyone needs someone helping them make smart disciplined decisions, and 3" would really be that! If you haven't answered elsewhere already, can I ask how you're using iPad drawing in your personal or professional life?

[@Realism91]

@@iPadForArchitects I have a older iPad I mostly use it to show customers what I'm going to build and to help pick finishes, I do the majority on my laptop, I expect my process to change when I decide to upgrade my iPad. Cabinets, decks, furniture, trim work... I'm just starting to work for myself, I did this with my dad for 15 years, then a cabinet shop for a year.

[@suleymanaslan2447]

Your video is very nice and explanatory, thank you. But in Turkey, iPad is very, very expensive. If I can get it, I will try it one day.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Sorry to hear that. Totally understand. Thanks for reaching out though!

[@GaryR55]

Can you use it with your fingers only? I don't have an Apple Pencil (yet).

[@iPadForArchitects]

Not sure? I don’t think so because your finger covers up the cursor insertion point , at least in their demos

[@GaryR55]

@@iPadForArchitects I figured it might have some drawbacks, but I noticed Amazon has a version of the Apple Pencil at a lower price than the original 2nd Gen, and it's compatible with my iPad, so I'll get that, too. By the way, I don't think I mentioned that I was an architectural/engineering draftsman from 1977-2008. I'm going to be 70 in October 2022, so this will just be a hobby interest for me.

[@dannyortega9188]

Nice Video Prof. J

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks, Prof "O"!

[@TuroToru]

All that’s left is to be creative. Maybe a tutorial on that 😉

[@iPadForArchitects]

Covered in my course, haha! But totally agree.

[@ArabAmericanChannel]

👍👍👍 You are a star

[@iPadForArchitects]

BASIM!!!!!!! Where are you?? Miss you, man!!!!

[@moozicfreak14]

Any idea how to create separate lines? Basically just draw one line at a time. The end point of one is not the start point of other. Thank you

[@iPadForArchitects]

I only know the "hack" I've taught myself: I usually tap the pencil tool again, to stop the first activation, and "tell" Skp I want to start a new line. Have you tried that?

[@eddieduff9740]

I’m about to start a sketch up course. Is the pencil a necessity?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Not at all. You taking a desktop sketchup course? Which one?

[@eddieduff9740]

@@iPadForArchitects I’m taking one day Level 1 desktop version on Saturday just to get some exposure. I’m a GC. Couldn’t find an in person iPad course in my area. Will likely get the pencil, seems the way to go

[@iPadForArchitects]

Hey @Eddie Duff: just wanted to follow up. The new online courses have (finally) launched and you can browse them here: james-akers-2f16.mykajabi.com/online-courses-from-ipad-for-architects-and-designers. Thank you again for your interest!

[@aliengaming_squad7579]

What version of ipad that used for this video, Ipad Air 4 or Ipad Pro ? Thank you

[@iPadForArchitects]

iPad Pro 12.9”

[@elinadiaz6595]

Im NO techie...and NEED to learn sketchup and Morpholio Trace, please send link

[@HANAAEWAS2023]

I like your work too much 👏👏👏👏👏🇪🇬🥰

[@iPadForArchitects]

Nonsense, it could never be enough!! lol

[@vionalee9394]

Dose ipad pro with only 128GB is fine to run sketchup smoothly?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I honestly don’t know but I think so?

[@dawngepfert2636]

This was great...Do you know if you can upload models from the 3d Warehouse? I haven't been able to find any info about that, Thanks!

[@iPadForArchitects]

As a matter of fact you can! It's the little icon at the top of the left hand tool strip (at least it is on my version haha). I've had it crash a couple of times when trying to upload poly-intense models, but I know they're working on it. Let me know if that works for you. Also!...I'd love to know any and all issues folks are having problems with. This is a great one I appreciate. Anything else?

[@dawngepfert2636]

@@iPadForArchitects That works! I need to play with this and get used to using a pencil with SketchUp! Mind blown with all that can be done on the ipad... Especially that auto shape tool...crazy!

[@iPadForArchitects]

Right? OK, keep me in the loop on how you're doing and what new challenges come up if any. I REALLY want to zero in address common questions as quickly as they come up, if possible!

[@dawngepfert2636]

@@iPadForArchitects Ok...another question or two...Have you found the scale tool? Also, is there a way to use parallel projection for working in 2d (floor plan elevations)? Thanks!

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@dawngepfert2636 re: 1) Tap the 3 dots at the bottom of the left hand tool bar, and you'll see all the old familiar gang. Then Tap the dimensions icon and you're off to the races. (This is one of my next videos for sure) re: dimensioning your designs in real time as you draw, this takes some attention to detail and may restrict one's "Spirit Wolf" a little (for reference, see: Apple TV series WeCrashed), but if you're up for it, in "Model Info" settings tab, you can set precision and length snapping when you want to "watch" the dimension change in real time in the little floating dimensions box as you draw a line. Does that answer your question?

[@fatmakaya3426]

Whats name this ipad ? I want to buy one

[@lubicahanzlikova]

Hi. could you please advise me? I have a problem with Apple pencil2, when I want to use, for example, the LiNE icon in SketchUp, it makes lines approximately 2 centimeters from the real place where I draw with the pen. can you advise me how to rebuild it? Thank you for your response.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Yikes, I used to know the answer to this but forgot!! Have you solved it yet since making this comment? I'm so sorry I missed your question earlier. Let us all know what you did and how you fixed it, OK?

[@yosoybenjamon]

Awesome!

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks Benjamin

[@nagarjunchakkaravarthi635]

We can use SketchUp without subscription in ipad air ? If yes,how?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Hmm, didn't even think to address that!? I already have Skp Pro so maybe that's why I had no problem with it?

[@SuperheroArmorychannel]

I’ve bought sketchup pro licenses a number of times over the years and once again it appears google wants to charge me again for this newest version $119/yr. I’m tired of them stealing from me repeatedly.

[@iPadForArchitects]

It can be a real drag paying for this stuff. That's why I like Procreate: one-time purchase of $10! Anyhoo, thanks for weighing in

[@SuperheroArmorychannel]

@@iPadForArchitects I’ll check out procreate. Thanks!

[@iPadForArchitects]

@@SuperheroArmorychannel I mean, it doesn't do 3D modeling, but you can import free desktop Sketchup models into it as 2D scenes, and then render, so its worth a look

[@SuperheroArmorychannel]

@@iPadForArchitects I don’t think it will work for me since I create 3d models for 3d printing with very precise measurements.

[@iPadForArchitects]

Have you tried Shapr3d?

[@bite8137]

It would be great if we could also render the final project! Imagine that!

[@iPadForArchitects]

I think I’ll try a video where we port it over to Morpholio and render it there. Would that work for you?

[@bite8137]

@@iPadForArchitects Sure! Thanks!

[@LWJCarroll]

Mmm what about Unreal Engine 5 and use Lumen to render etc…all for free! ? Thanks Laurie NZ

[@marcellopaniccia3d741]

@@LWJCarroll lol, do you ever saw the specs required to run UE on an actual pc?

[@rooneye]

ooooooooh I might have to get this! As always matey I LOVE your vids! EDIT: Just went to the app store and the reviews on my screen are two 1 star reviews "Disappointing" and "Very disappointed" and a 2 star review "Doesn't download your whole file" BUUUT If YOU say it's amazing I trust ya ma guy! I think the reviews are based on the free version actually. "Glorified model viewer" etc. 😂

[@iPadForArchitects]

Haha tough crowd! Its like anything--you just gotta get into it.Thanks for your ongoing support. Always nice to see your gnarly avatar appear!

[@rooneye]

@@iPadForArchitects hahah thanks man! He's chill af He's got his ice-lolly in his hand 😂 Blue I guess it's bubblegum! 😋

[@middletonwoodworks]

I see this video was from 4 months ago, but you mentioned offering an iPad course. Is that still in the works or was there not enough interest?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Still in the works!

[@iPadForArchitects]

Hey @Rob Middleton: just wanted to follow up. The new online courses have (finally) launched and you can browse them here: james-akers-2f16.mykajabi.com/online-courses-from-ipad-for-architects-and-designers. Thank you again for your interest!

[@Quesoe]

Will this work well on a regular 9th gen iPad?

[@iPadForArchitects]

If you mean one or two gens before the M1, yea I believe so. That’s what I’m using (ie I’m not using an M1, though I lust for one)

[@shanemait1963]

Is it possible to put dimensions on things so you can make cut lists?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I don’t know about the cut lists but can notate dimensions. Tap 3 dots at bottom of tool bar and you’ll see all the tools appear

[@assma5947]

Sketchup in ipad is it same in laptop?

[@iPadForArchitects]

No, different program native to iPad and IOS

[@timurray2000]

For some reason, my tools look very different than yours. Like every tool has sub-selections and I didn't see that on any of yours.

[@iPadForArchitects]

I may have had an early version back at video time, but I get those same subsection choices now. Thanks for the heads up!

[@alisondominitz4387]

At last thank you

[@iPadForArchitects]

You're welcome 😊

[@keys299]

I have the 2020 iPad Pro and am using sketch up. I have models over 500mb and they won’t load on the iPad it keeps crashing. Do you have the M1 IPad? Would I actually be able to use sketchup iPad on a new one?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I’m using an iPad Pro 12.9”, but it’s 2 generations old. Not an M1. It has 512 GB capacity of which I’m using 160Gb. All works well. What capacity is yours?

[@keys299]

@@iPadForArchitects Mines the 4th gen 12.9 IPad Pro 256gb. I’m an architect/interior designer and have large models (over 500mb) that I want to load on sketchup iPad to show clients at there house instead of at the office on my desktop. But I don’t think the iPad is capable of loading my large models.

[@terrapuraregenerative]

How is the rendering on ipad? On my computer takes a lot of time

[@iPadForArchitects]

Seems to REAAALLLYY zip right along

[@Samy_aza_TTV]

Can you do elevation?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Yes. Side view in scenes tab on right!

[@sarathchandran6487]

Is there any software where I can render these models in ipads ( like lumion , v ray , corona etc )

[@4135289018]

Not that I am aware of sorry?!

[@buzz5002]

How can i render? What is the apps for render thanks

[@iPadForArchitects]

I only do hand rendering, so not really sure what to say? Don't know the field of possibilities in 3D iPad apps for Skp rendering.

[@misolavish7031]

I am JUST getting into Sketch Up and found this to be incredibly helpful. Thank You!

[@iPadForArchitects]

You're very welcome!

[@HANAAEWAS2023]

Very good 👍 thank you

[@iPadForArchitects]

So so welcome !

[@Loopchronicles]

Is this the 11 inch or 12.9 inch iPad?

[@iPadForArchitects]

12.9 . Only way to go...for me, at least

[@davidelson9178]

Would this work on an android tablet?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Not yet, I don't think?! But let me know if you ever find a way, OK?

[@eriksonrivera4049]

Awesome

[@iPadForArchitects]

Honored to have you here. How are you using these apps in your life?

[@jules394]

what ipad model is this btw?

[@iPadForArchitects]

So sorry, just seeing this! This is the 12.9" with 512 GB RAM, I believe.

[@promiseguy02]

This really wants me to buy one. Hahaha 😁

[@iPadForArchitects]

Do you mean the sketch up software, or a shiny new M1 iPad? Either way I can hear those tiny little iPads calling your name from your nearest Apple Store!

[@design168able]

Great !

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thank you, prof!

[@ireidemarfernandescosta8158]

Dei Valor 👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@iPadForArchitects]

THANK YOU TY TY TY TY TY TY...lol

[@laragwaysailoilo2898]

Why won't it run on android?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Would that I knew? Maybe not enough artists on Android? (Or too many of us sheep on Apple haha?)

[@aalfirdaus]

is this ipad pro m1 ?

[@iPadForArchitects]

Sadly, no. about 2 generations old 😑

[@bojanamihajlova969]

One thing i dont like about it is that you cannot import Autocad files maybe they are gonna change it in the future..

[@iPadForArchitects]

Just curious. Why would you want to ? Like 2d auto cad file plans?

[@bojanamihajlova969]

@@iPadForArchitects Yes for 2d plans that i have previously made.

[@iPadForArchitects]

I’ve always had good luck importing .dwg files into desktop sketchup. Has that worked for you as well?

[@bojanamihajlova969]

@@iPadForArchitects I import in Sketchup for Dekstop..I meant in Sketchup for iPad.. I don’t understand why they didn’t make it available also for this version.

[@rustydogrustydog9191]

Do you have any experience and or opinion on the practicality of using the new iPad mini for SketchUp ?

[@iPadForArchitects]

So sorry, nothing specific

[@Gukodu]

Is that app free?

[@iPadForArchitects]

I honestly don’t know. Maybe google “is sketchup for iPad free?”

[@ColinHolgate]

There are three subscription variations of SketchUp, Go, Pro, and Studio. The iPad app is included in all three. It isn't available as a standalone product.

[@rickystafford7433]

I like this guy. I don’t like subscriptions :( Of course it’s worth it if you are making money with it but if you just want to play around…

[@iPadForArchitects]

And I like you!

[@michaelbradley7139]

❤👍🏽

[@iPadForArchitects]

Thanks so much