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How do I import a 3D model into Google Earth?

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How do I import a 3D model into Google Earth?

Adding your 3D data to Google Earth and Google Maps is easy and free.

  1. For SketchUp, use the “Share Model” button from within the SketchUp application to upload the model to the 3D Warehouse.
  2. For KMZ files, visit the 3D Warehouse and use the “Upload” link in the top corner.

How do I add graphics to Google Earth?

Use an image as an overlay

  1. Open Google Earth Pro.
  2. Position the 3D viewer in the location where you want to set the overlay image.
  3. Click Add.
  4. Enter a name.
  5. Upload an image:
  6. Enter a description.
  7. Click Refresh to set the refresh properties for your overlay image.
  8. Use the slider to set the default transparency for the image.

How do I change from 2D to 3D in Google Earth?

Earth for Chrome has a switch to choose between the 2D and 3D imagery. Open the three horizontal bar menu. Choose Map Style and scroll to the bottom….In GE Pro:

  1. Go to Tools>Options>3D View.
  2. At the very bottom of Layers in the Sidebar, check Terrain.
  3. Also in Layers, use 3D Buildings to switch between 2D and 3D.

How do I import a Revit model into Google Earth?

You then publish the model to Google Earth.

  1. In Revit, click New Project.
  2. Expand Views (all) and select Site.
  3. Click Add-Ins tab Globe Link panel Import drop-down Import Google Earth File (KML/KMZ).
  4. Navigate to the KML or KMZ file in the Import dialog, and click OK.

What is a KML file in Google Earth?

You can use Keyhole Markup Language (KML) files to view and share Google Earth information. These files store geographic data and content associated with Google Earth.

How do you make a flat view on Google Earth?

You can get a flat presentation in desktop Google Maps. Open the three bar menu. Deselect the Globe. Then you can view a flat map or a flat satellite view.

How do you get birds eye view on Google Earth Pro?

To get a bird’s-eye view, open a web browser and go to Google Maps….Using Google’s Bird’s-Eye View Map

  1. Locate a place, such as your business or a favorite landmark.
  2. Click the “Satellite” thumbnail at the bottom of the map.
  3. Click the “3D” button on the map’s sidebar to get a bird’s-eye view of the location.

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