Getting started with SketchUp is easy, and we want to make sure that everyone, no matter their skill level, has all the information they need to begin creating their own awesome models. 开始使用SketchUp很容易，我们希望确保每个人，无论他们的技能水平如何，都拥有开始创建自己的出色模型所需的所有信息。Whether you are new to modeling and using SketchUp for the first time, an experienced modeler already familiar with CAD software, or even a SketchUp Sage, we have all you need right here to get started making awesome 3D models.无论您是第一次建模和使用SketchUp的新手，还是已经熟悉CAD软件的经验丰富的建模师，甚至是SketchUp Sage，我们都有您开始制作出色的3D模型所需的一切。
Downloading, Installing, and Activating下载、安装和激活
Setting Up SketchUp provides all you need to download, install, and activate SketchUp for Desktop. 提供了下载、安装和激活SketchUp for Desktop所需的所有内容。This includes where to download the most current versions of SketchUp, a guide to installing SketchUp, and how to activate SketchUp using your SketchUp subscription. 这包括在哪里下载最新版本的SketchUp、安装SketchUp的指南以及如何使用SketchUp订阅激活SketchUp。There’s also links to information on migrating from an older to a newer version and useful information for Classic License users.还有从旧版本迁移到新版本的信息链接，以及经典许可证用户的有用信息。
SketchUp and Trimble IDSketchUp和Trimble ID
Your Trimble ID is not only how you sign into SketchUp, it’s how you’ll unlock access to great features like Trimble Connect, 3D Warehouse, Extension Warehouse, and more. 您的Trimble ID不仅是您登录SketchUp的方式，也是您解锁Trimble Connect、3D仓库、扩展仓库等强大功能的方式。If you need help creating your Trimble ID, or just need more information on how to manage your Trimble account, see our Trimble ID article.如果您需要创建Trimble ID的帮助，或者只是需要有关如何管理Trimble帐户的更多信息，请参阅Trimble标识文章。
What’s Next?接下来是什么？
Installing SketchUp and signing in is just the beginning. We want to give you the information you need to know to start creating awesome models.安装SketchUp并登录只是一个开始。我们想为您提供开始创建出色模型所需的信息。
SketchUp Hardware and Software RequirementsSketchUp硬件和软件要求 covers what you need to run SketchUp on your device and some additional tips to help improve SketchUp’s performance on your machine.介绍了在设备上运行SketchUp所需的内容，以及一些帮助提高SketchUp在计算机上的性能的其他提示。Navigating the SketchUp Interface浏览SketchUp界面 presents a guided tour of SketchUp to help you find where everything is depending on your operating system, how to set up your model templates and units of measurement, and how to set up and use SketchUp’s customizable toolbars.介绍SketchUp的导览，帮助您找到一切取决于操作系统的位置，如何设置模型模板和度量单位，以及如何设置和使用SketchUp可自定义的工具栏。Preferences偏好 takes a look at each of the sections available in the Preferences menu and how to use those options can help you configure SketchUp the way that works best for you.查看“首选项”菜单中的每个可用部分，以及如何使用这些选项可以帮助您以最适合您的方式配置SketchUp。Using SketchUp使用SketchUp talks about using some of the basic features in SketchUp like Search, best practices for using a 3-button mouse, and what’s in the context menus. We’ve even included a quick list of helpful modeling tips and tricks.讨论了使用SketchUp中的一些基本功能，如搜索、使用3键鼠标的最佳实践以及上下文菜单中的内容。我们甚至还提供了一份有用的建模技巧和窍门的快速列表。
Additional Resources其他资源
- Quick Reference Card –
SketchUp’s Quick Reference Cards are a great way to keep track of the available shortcuts and icons, especially when you are learning how to navigate and use SketchUp.SketchUp的快速参考卡是跟踪可用快捷方式和图标的好方法，特别是在您学习如何导航和使用SketchUp时。
Account Management账户管理 – All the information you need to manage your SketchUp subscriptions.管理SketchUp订阅所需的所有信息。Troubleshooting故障排除 – If you are having some issues, check out our Troubleshooting section for common issues you may run into and how to resolve them.如果您遇到一些问题，请查看故障排除部分，了解您可能遇到的常见问题以及如何解决这些问题。The SketchUp CommunitySketchUp社区 – The SketchUp forum is a great place where you can talk to other SketchUp users, consult with some of our experts, or even learn something new!SketchUp论坛是一个很好的地方，您可以在这里与其他SketchUp用户交谈，咨询一些专家，甚至学习新东西！