How to Create a Window Component in SketchUp

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Knowing how to create a basic window component in SketchUp can help you with more complex components. Read this article to learn how to create a basic window component.

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    When you click Make Component, you will see this dialog box. For this window, don't change anything. Just click Create.
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    This will enable you to change your component from a box to a window.
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    Not very much, it's just a window. You are creating the beginning of the windowsill.
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    Also, extend the bottom a little bit.
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    Keep it fairly small.
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    It may be difficult and take a few tries.
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    If you want to add it to your building multiple times, drag it from the component box. You can also use construction guides to make sure that it is lined up with the other window.
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