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Entity Info Panel

Each Entity in a model is made up of attributes. These attributes include what type of entity it is, the entity's measurements, and more. You can view these attributes using the Entity Info panel. After selecting an entity, you can open the Entity Info panel and see the following information:

Last updated 17 July 2026

Each Entity in a model is made up of attributes. These attributes include what type of entity it is, the entity's measurements, and more. You can view these attributes using the Entity Info panel.

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After selecting an entity, you can open the Entity Info panel and see the following information:

  • What type of entity (edge, face, group, or component) you've selected.
  • Measurements appropriate to the type of entity selected (e.g. area for a face, length for an edge).
  • Any materials present in the entity.
  • Any tags associated with the entity.
  • The shadow settings for the entity. You'll see two toggles, Cast shadows and Receive shadows.

3D Text

The 3D Text () tool generates geometry from text you type. The text isn't just a label, it's part of your model. Think house numbers, engravings, or even a decoration.Activating the 3D Text tool opens the 3D Text options dialog.

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AI Render in SketchUp for iPad

Generative AI is transforming the way that Design and Architectural Engineering and Construction professionals get things done. AI Render integrates this technology into the SketchUp you know and love to help accelerate the creation of compelling visuals whenever you need them.

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Arc Tool

The most interesting path is rarely a straight line. To help you get a little curvy, SketchUp for iPad offers 4 unique arc tools, each with its own method of creating an arc best suited to what you want to appear in your model:

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Autoshape Tool

SketchUp for iPad has something no other versions of SketchUp have access to - the Apple Pencil. We designed the AutoShape tool to take advantage of this diverse tool and provide you with even more ways to create awesome models.

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Circle Tool

The Circle tool () does exactly what you think it does, adds circle entities to your model! Circles and other basic shapes often act as the foundation of a model. SketchUp draws circle entities that have a radius and connect multiple line segments.

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