Buy Clark's book:
http://tfguild.stores.yahoo.net/tifrdeusgosk.htmlProceeds benefit the TFG and its money well spent to keep supporting things like this forum.
The book explains how to assign TF Joints within your SketchUp models, insert pegs, create lists, etc.
On a Mac the timber list Ruby will export a list of all components in your SketchUp model to a text file. You'll need to set up the preferences in Plugins>TF Rubies>Configure.
On a PC this will export to a text file or Excel file.
For shop drawings you'll need to understand components, inserting components within other components, detailing with dimensions, etc. TF Joints are just smaller components that live within your 'timber' components.
I use the Pro version so I can detail bents and sections in LayOut. The Rubies can generate individual pieces parts - but for the overall frame / house design you'll need to get good at using SketchUp and Layers and the Outliner or use LayOut (pro) or another CAD program.
