Google Model

Edge or Line

Geometry that divides and borders
faces.

Face or Polygon (Poly)

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

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.

Low Poly

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

File Size

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

Google Earth

Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings and even explore galaxies in the Sky. You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places and share with others.

Google Sketchup

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.

Model

A three-dimensional representation of a person or thing or a proposed structure.

Modeling

A representation, often mathematical, of a process, concept, or operation of a system, often implemented by a computer program.

Geo-reference

A reference to find something on Earth.

Save

To keep a file from being lost for later use.

Save As

A different method of saving and the user gets to choose where the information gets stored and the file type.