Downloading and InstallingWhether you are new to SketchUp or just coming back after a break, we want to help you get things up and running.To get started, follow these steps:

LayOut's line and shape tools make it easy to draw visual elements that give your document a polished look.With the tools available in LayOut, you can better organize the content on each page of your document. Not only will it look cool, but it will be easier for your audience to understand. 

Choosing a Template The first thing you will see when opening LayOut is the Welcome Window.

If you're new to creating documents and presentations in LayOut, a quick tour of the interface and few mousing tips can help orient you to LayOut's basic tools and features.Parts of the LayOut interface, like the Measurements box and some of the mousing tricks, look and feel like SketchUp. Other parts, like some menus and dialog boxes, are unique to LayOut.Ready to tour the interface? Let the following sections be your guide.

3D Warehouse is a great resource for both new and existing SketchUp users. With 3D Warehouse you can curate a collection of your own creations, share those creations with others in the SketchUp community, and view or download the creations of others. Here, we'll cover what you need to get started: