Google Model

Edge or Line

Geometry that divides and boarders faces.

Face or Polygon

A two-sided,flat surface bound by at least three lines.

Google Earth

Google Earth is an online environment that performs best when models are created with this in mind

Google Sketch Up

Google SketchUp is software that you can use to create, modify and share 3D models. It's easier to learn than other 3D modeling programs, which is why so many people are already using it.

Save

Allows you to save to a default location.

Save As

You get to choose where your file is going to be saved.

Texture or Material

Images or colors that are applied to faces.

Tiled Texture

An images that repeats across a face .''Tiling'' creates textures.

Alpha Transparency

The use of transparency in an image.

Model

A representation, generally in miniature, to show the construction or appearance of something.

Modeling

The technique of rendering the illusion of volume on a two-dimensional surface by shading.

Low Poly

Using a minimal number of edges and faces to limit file size and increase computer performance.

Geo-Reference

A specific place on Earth

File Size

The amount of space your file uses on your computer.Models must be under 10MB to be uploaded to the 3D Warehouse.