I'm looking for the most efficient workflow.

I normally work entirely in AutoCAD, but I'm helping a designer who works exclusively in SketchUp + LayOut. The architect sent us a DWG that already includes the interior elevations, and my task is simply to produce those 2D elevations in LayOut. There is no 3D modeling involved.

My questions are:

• Do I simply import the DWG into SketchUp and create scenes from the imported CAD geometry?
• Should I clean up the DWG before importing (purge, layers, blocks, etc.)?
• Once the DWG is imported, do I need to trace over the imported CAD lines with SketchUp linework, or can I use the imported CAD geometry directly for my elevations and dimensioning in LayOut?

Thank you!!

Bonjour, Je débute sur Sketchup et j'ai des soucis avec le "pousser-tirer". J'ai un mur plat épaisseur 20cm mais quand je veux creuser une fenêtre ou une porte, ça n'enlève pas de matière, ce n'est pas creux. Comment faire pour que ça creuse la matière ?

Merci

Explanation of using Sketchup to create game assets, what are the general extension and process involved.

I just bought a new laptop. I had SK MK 2017 on my old laptop. But my new computer is a chrome book. Is there a free downloadable version that runs on Chrome?

I want to import a custom material, but it does not work because I need to convert it to an SKM file. Do any of you know where to do it? There isn't anything on the Sketchup website either.

Hey, been thinking of using more plugins, what’s a good one you recommend. I have all the obvious Fredo ones and JHS POWERBAR, but what’s a good one people are sleeping on? Interested to see what everyone’s loving right now

planning on getting my bf an ipad for sketchup, here are the options:

ipad a16
ipad 11 inch
ipad air 13 inch m2
ipad air 4th & 5th gen
ipad pro 2nd gen
ipad mini a17 pro

never heard about sketchup before hence why idk which to get :)

Does anyone know a website where I could download the SketchUp Pro 2025? I have it in my windows from the getintopc website, but I also need it in Mac where I can work remotely.

A few weeks ago I posted about a SketchUp workflow I’m testing for messy DWG/DXF imports.

Original post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Sketchup/comments/1tgx8ov/testing_a_sketchup_workflow_for_messy_dwg_imports/

I’ve now recorded a short demo video showing the current workflow.

The problem I’m trying to solve is this:

You import CAD linework into SketchUp, but the file comes in with gaps, duplicate edges, broken curves, messy layers, or geometry that looks fine in CAD but refuses to form clean faces in SketchUp. Then the actual modeling work gets delayed because you’re stuck tracing, healing, flattening, and trying different face-making tools.

In the video, I start from a normal SketchUp template, open the Face Healer tool, run through the main cleanup workflow, and show the result inside SketchUp.

This is still a test build, not a public release or sales post. I’m mainly trying to understand whether this solves a real enough problem for people who regularly work with CAD imports.

I’m looking for feedback from SketchUp users who deal with DWG/DXF files:

- What part of CAD import cleanup wastes the most time for you?

- Are gaps, duplicate edges, bad curves, layers, scale/origin issues, or missing faces the biggest problem?

- Do you currently use Make Faces, Eneroth Face Creator, FaceUp, S4U MakeFace, CleanUp, or manual redrawing?

- If you had a messy DWG/DXF file, what would you expect a cleanup tool to fix before you trusted it?

If anyone has a small stripped-down sample area from a problem file, I’d also be interested in testing against real cases. No client info, no title blocks, no private project data. Just a small section that reproduces the issue.

Video: https://youtu.be/wVKMfaHkOBM

I have this problem where I try to orbit around a close-up version of a model, and the sens skyrockets into oblivion, but once i move back further it becomes normal. It's driving me crazy, especially when i try to do detail modeling.

I need help.

Hello everyone!

My name is Tanner! I have been using SketchUp and LayOut for about 5 years. I used to use it basically everyday for work, but now I don't. My circumstances have changed and I had to get another job and it does not involve design work. Recently I have needed to make some more income, and since I have 5 years of experience in SketchUp I thought I could use it. I need some advice on how I would go about doing that. I have previous connections as well that can help me with my reach in finding clients. I wanted some advice on it still though.

So far I have a business name setup with an gmail. I have some cards coming that I can put up in my local library and other places just to start. I am not expecting a lot from that but a good friend told me that its worth putting some on a bulletin board in case some one needs my services.

If any of you have any experience, advice or tips and tricks, please feel free to message me. Thank you so much! My work email is [email protected].

I use Sketchup for everything, it’s the only software I’m familiar with and have access to. Architectural renderings, simple mechanical product mockups, handy gadgets around the house, and now making items for 3D printing.

I love sketchup it’s so fun with extensions.

I love sketchup it’s so fun with extensions.

New to SketchUp. Working on a residential project - classical style. Wondering if anyone knows how I can get these two crown mouldings to meet. The ends have a flat profile and are not angled

Hi everyone,

I'm designing a horizontal Murphy bed that opens as an 80 × 200 cm single bed and expands into a 160 × 200 cm double bed.

I've created a first concept in SketchUp and I'm sharing the original .skp file because I'd love to get input from other SketchUp users.

My goal is to make this design as:

• Simple as possible
• Strong and rigid
• Easy to manufacture
• Easy to assemble
• Cost-effective
• Suitable for everyday use

The current model is only a first concept. Nothing is finalized, so feel free to rethink any part of the design.

I'm especially interested in improvements to:

• The expanding frame
• The sliding/guiding mechanism
• The center support
• Overall rigidity
• Reducing the number of parts
• Making manufacturing and assembly easier

If you'd like, feel free to modify the SketchUp model directly and upload your version or screenshots of your changes. I'd love to compare different approaches and learn from them.

Constructive criticism and alternative ideas are more than welcome.

Thanks in advance!

SKP file: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QrWyulqa_8NelihKg8kdtD5DCGIM1ND5/view?usp=sharing

Hi guys,

I recently had to replace the CPU and MB on my computer; since doing so SketchUp decided that every plug-in - both community and official - are incompatible and must be updated. But extension warehouse has no updates. I've repaired, I've uninstalled and reinstalled, I've made sure to use admin to both install and launch.

When I tell the extension manager to uninstall individual plugins I have a 50% chance of bugsplatting. I have 100% chance of them mysteriously still being present on my next launch, erroring again.

Anyone any idea what on earth SketchUp is doing and how to fix it?

How do I activate (or install third party equivalent) booleans that will work with su make 2015?

Had the same copy running on the same computer (dying a slow death), for ten years...

WITHOUT F* BOOLEANS!!!

How...sniff

JPG or PNG is perfect. I'm building rendering software and thought it'd be fun to try it on a few community kitchen designs, then reply with the before-and-after results. No link or signup. Please only share designs you own or have permission to post.