Work Smart, Not Hard using LayOut

[@kylemacht]

There are many changes to Layout that I would really like to see, but one simple change would be to add a move tool. Take the move tool from SketchUp and implement it into LayOut. Every time I move something in LayOut, I am almost always doing it from a certain reference, which means I need to move the center grab first, then move it. This typically means I need to be zoomed in far enough to be able to do that as well. I believe, with a move tool, it would be MUCH faster. This same theory could apply to the rotate tool and scale tool. Although, these I do way less often and these are easy enough to do without their own tool.

[@j.m.palacios5318]

It should be like Adobe Illustrator, imho.

[@neosiagroup]

This is exactly what i presented last year on SketchUp Bizcamp in Bangkok, create a layout template that linked to sketchup template. My sketchup template is IFC compatible and standardized organized tag. My layout template automates scale drawing and description, structural grids, support multi floor, standardized layer, and shadow study, etc I am waiting for sketchup provide this kind of template since long time ago, but sadly never happened until 2023 release.

[@bellousow2607]

Man you always have something to teach really you are the best SketchUp user thank you so much

[@kimberlybinns1343]

Hello. I am new to sketchup having come from a CAD background. While I really appreciate and understand the effort and time put into sharing this presentation I'd like to offer a suggestion to do a little more pre-planning, follow an outline or script, and practice the presentation before going live next time so the instruction flows a little more smoothly. It'll also help whoever's presenting be more relaxed and focused as well. With so many backups, skip arounds, and side thoughts, it became quite difficult to follow after a while.

[@SketchUp]

Thanks for the feedback! These live models are intentionally presented as live modeling sessions where we get to hang out with our connuity, make mistakes, and learn as a group for a couple hour each week. If you are looking for more focused training, check out the other videos on out channel like our Level Up SketchUp videos. Or, if you are looking for structured learning, check out SketchUp Campus at learn.sketcup.com!

[@kashimkolo7810]

My luck!!! I missed the live session ☹️. But then? When not handled properly layout isn't just slow, it crawls 😁.

[@nickbrown.270wsm]

Thank you from New Zealand

[@montane1976]

Hi, This video was amazing and inspired me to create my own template. Could you tell me the name of the font you use? I think it's the one used for presentations. I'd like to use it. Thanks for share your knowledge 👍👏👏

[@danimordecai7611]

Ohh missed it. Hello from Australia 😊

[@garyspeed8961]

I heard it called many things... but never a "Hidden Gem"

[@tangofoxtrot481]

Does anyone know if there is a tool/extension that enables a user to extrude multiple faces (i.e. faces on the same plane/axis in an array, etc.). Case in point, I've had to fabricate realistic horizontal-slotted C channel, and ended up extruding each one of the tapered rectangles (i.e. the slots) one at a time. Granted, it didn't take all that long to make the C channel; However, being able to extrude multiple faces simultaneously would help improve workflow and increase time efficiency. (Obviously, this is a SU question and not necessarily a LayOut question).

[@bellousow2607]

Great job

[@garyspeed8961]

your furniture symbols are in SketchUp... not Layout... so why wouldn't you put your Lighting Symbols on Sketchup too? surely the same logic applies? 1:52:00... PS the separate material schema by "Color by Tag" is really a great insight... for symbolic material documents ( note that it is a SU Adjustment .. SU for the data, Layout for presenting the data... fundamental rule of databases)

[@north_42]

Why is it that the programmers have designed short cuts to a single letter why not 2 aside from the shift etc., this really limits the shortcuts. Example ZE for zoom extents ZP for zoom previous, to remember all the shift combinations you have to work full time on this.

[@marcososa1986]

Layout has potential... but it is extremely slow. Users shouldn't worry about optimization methods when working (regarding speed, i.e. changing the size of the viewport is incredibly slow). This should work in the background of the software.

[@R996-q8s]

Is this possible in SketchUp on an apple tablet?

[@SketchUp]

Not yet. LayOut is comes with SketchUp Pro for desktop. Bonus is that if you subscribe to SU Pro you also get SketchUp for iPad too.

[@elishamkwezalamba1861]

Malawi Blantyre

[@MegaClatu]

wow

[@Tanko3691]

This was like ...frustrating enough to watch without the guy chipping in.

[@SketchUp]

We have lessons on LayOut (without commentary) over at learn.sketchup.com/ . The live sessions are intended to be fun and informal.

[@alanford4498]

Hi This video is so slow. I'm a SketchUp user and wanted to know how to use Layout. I'm 13 Minutes in and have not been shown one thing yet. Just chat about people signing in from around the globe and Hi I've done this or that. Maybe the presenter is great at, and knows Layout brilliantly but it isn't coming across. JUST GET ON WITH IT. This is a very poor video. I don't know whether to persevere or just move on. You need to sit down and rehearse what you're doing. We don't go to these videos to here you as if we're in a chat room or a bar, chatting with your mates. It's supposed to be a learning experience. Maybe later it gets better. But, I'm sure most people would have left the room by then!!!

[@SketchUp]

Yes. That is the format of these live streams. If you prefer more structured learning, check out our LayOut course over at Learn.Sketchup.com

[@dannygauden88]

Amazing videos. VERY detailed!!! Keep up the great work guys.

[@positivenergylife]

My God! Eric, are you a descendant of the famous painter? 🤫🫣😱

[@SketchUp]

Ha. You mean John Singer Sargent? Not that I'm aware of but I'll take any positive comparisons ;)