Theory
A plan is the view from directly above the shape. It shows width and depth, but not height.
A front elevation is the flat view from the front. It shows width and height, but not depth.
A side elevation is the flat view from the side. It shows depth and height, but not width.
The word elevation simply means a flat side view. It is not a 3D sketch.
For cube questions, count the maximum height of cubes in each position from that direction.
Always use the direction shown in the question. The front view changes if the arrow for front changes.
Keep drawings aligned to the grid. Edexcel marks are often lost when a correct idea is drawn one square too wide or too tall.
Key rulePlan = from above. Front elevation = from the front. Side elevation = from the side.