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Plugins for older versions of SketchUp
SketchUp 5 and earlier
You can use the plugins on this page to extend the functionality of SketchUp by making it more compatible with your other software tools. The plugins on this page are compatible with older versions of SketchUp (SketchUp 5 and earlier).
- To see a list of plugins that are compatible with the latest version of SketchUp, take a look at our SketchUp Plugins page.
- To see a list of software programs that read and/or write SKP files (SketchUp's native format), check out our SketchUp-compatible Applications page.
- If you've created a SketchUp plugin or a SketchUp-compatible application, and you'd like it to be listed on our website, please let us know.
Note: Much of the content in this directory was developed by other companies or by Google's users, and not by Google. Google makes no promises or representations about its performance, quality, or content. Google doesn't charge for inclusion in this directory or accept payment for better placement.
Software Compatibility
Spirit
Spirit and SketchUp developers have integrated SketchUp directly into their BUILDING INFORMATION NETWORK, allowing SPIRIT users real-time integration with SketchUp without the need for any plug-ins. SPIRIT users can import SketchUp SKP files directly or reference the files in their native SKP format without the need for translation. All modifications made to SketchUp files referenced in SPIRIT are automatically updated in SPIRIT. All materials and textures assigned to the model in SketchUp are directly transferred to SPIRIT’s high-end rendering solution, Fresco II (Lightworks integration), including texture size, origin, mapping… A multiplicity of light sources and high-quality procedural textures can be added for enhanced realism.
SPIRIT is developed by SOFTTECH Software Technologie GmbH www.softtech.de and distributed internationally by STI International, Inc.
For support, please visit www.softtech.com.
Download for: [ Windows ]
SketchUp ArcGIS Plugin
This plug-in enables ArcGIS users with the 3D Analyst extension to quickly create highly detailed three-dimensional models. GIS professionals can now create and visualize 3D models in SketchUp and then seamlessly transfer the 3D models to an ArcGIS geodatabase for further analysis.
Click here for installation and system requirements. Compatible with ESRI ArcGIS 9.0 & 9.1 only.
This plugin was created by Google. For support, please email us at gis@sketchup.com.
Download for SketchUp 4: [ Windows ]
Download for SketchUp 5: [ Windows ]
MicroStation Plugin
Bentley users can read SketchUp SKP files in MicroStation and then save them as DGN files, or reference them in native SKP format without translation. In the near future, Bentley users will also be able to write SKP SketchUp files from MicroStation. Bentley users can also download SketchUp files directly into MicroStation from the 3D Warehouse. The user can then employ MicroStation's full array of tools, or provide further refinement with the more discipline-specific Building Information Modeling capabilities available in Bentley Architecture. This tight integration enables users to seamlessly take advantage of the "elegance and spontaneity" provided by SketchUp from Google, and the robust design environment and Building Information Modeling offered by Bentley.
This plugin was created by Bentley Systems, Inc.
For support, please visit www.bentley.com
Download for: [ Windows ]
ArchiCAD Plugin
The SketchUp import add-on for ArchiCAD is a unique tool that allows designers to import SketchUp models into ArchiCAD seamlessly for design development purposes. For AEC professionals who use SketchUp for their preliminary designs, the plugin provides large productivity gains for the entire office by delivering a smooth workflow between the preliminary design and the design development phase. The powerful functionality of the plugin allows the re-use of conceptual design models for detailed design, thus eliminating the need to re-input the data that has already been generated during the conceptual design stage.
This plugin was created by Graphisoft, Inc. It is available in the following language versions: English, German, French, Spanish and Japanese.
For support, please visit www.graphisoft.com
Download for: [ Windows | Mac ]
Vectorworks Plugin
Try out your ideas in SketchUp and transfer them to VectorWorks 12 for a complete design-to-construction solution with the new SketchUp plug-in for VectorWorks. The SketchUp plug-in for VectorWorks allows you to import your SketchUp models into the VectorWorks intelligent building object environment. The plug-in automatically translates SketchUp model geometry and components into VectorWorks floor, walls, roofs faces, and symbols. SketchUp components come in as VectorWorks symbols and can be easily replaced with VectorWorks intelligent building objects.
This plugin was created by Nemetschek, Inc.
For support, please visit www.nemetschek.net
Download for: [ Windows | Mac ]
Autodesk Architectural Desktop Plugin
The ease of use and flexibility of modeling in SketchUp provides a powerful alternative to using ADT Mass Elements. Now you can bring SketchUp model geometry directly into ADT in two ways:
- as straight up geometry: all vertical surfaces become walls, all horizontal surfaces become slabs and sloping surfaces become roof elements
- as translated geometry: based on material or layer
Download for: [ Windows ]
Functionality Enhancement
OBJ Exporters
The OBJ file format is a standard way to exchange 3D objects between modeling, rendering, and animation applications such as Maya. With this plugin, SketchUp users can export models directly to the OBJ format as polygonal geometry with materials and texture mapping information intact. Note: the OBJ plug-in is not needed for SketchUp 5.x as this exporter is included in the SketchUp 5 install.Updated documentation for the 4.x version is available. Click here to view the OBJ Exporter documentation.
This plugin was created by Google.
Download for SketchUp 3: [ Windows | Mac ]
Download for SketchUp 4: [ Windows | Mac ]
Shapefile (*.shp) Importer
If you have access to a GIS system, chances are you have access to useful building footprint data in the *.shp file format. Install this if you want to give SketchUp the ability to read these files and convert them into 3D models.
This plugin was created by Google.
For support, please email us at gis@sketchup.com.
Download for: [ Windows ]
Film & Stage plugin for SketchUp 5
The Film & Stage plugin includes an enhanced camera tool and several pre-viz components that enable rapid development of studio sets. Choose from an array of cameras, lights, dollies, cranes, grips, characters and more. Use the enhanced Camera feature to quickly and easily plan shots, calculate camera angles, and obtain a 3D visual of the scene before filming.
This plugin was created by Google.
Download for: [ Windows | Mac ]
Photorealistic Rendering
SU Podium
You can now make TRUE photo-realistic rendering of your SketchUp model without the pain and frustration of learning a complex program. SU Podium runs completely inside SketchUp from start to finish. It uses SketchUp features such as textures, background colors, groups and shadows to achieve impressive results. SU Podium is intuitive to SketchUp users. Plus, its simple interface cuts the learning curve to minutes instead of days. Make an impression without the pain.
This plugin was created by Cadalog, Inc.
For more information, or support, please visit: www.suplugins.com.
Download for: [ Windows ]
SketchUp 5 to Artlantis R Export Plugin
The ATL exporter for SketchUp enables SketchUp users to export models into the native file format for Artlantis R. This 3D model export format preserves information such as material assignment, texture mapping, sun location, camera location and layers making it the perfect bridge into the powerful but simple to use raytracing and radiosity rendering of Artlantis R.
Download for: [ Windows | Mac ]
RPS Ray Trace Exporter
RPS Ray Trace creates photorealistic renderings from your SketchUp model using the AccuRender ray trace engine.
- Define lights, materials, reflection and other properties in the SketchUp model.
- No need to alter model, add lights, or define reflections after export to the Ray Trace program.
- RPS Ray Trace Exporter works with both SketchUp Pro and Google SketchUp (free)
This plugin was created by Render Plus Systems.
For more information, or for support, please visit www.renderplus.com.
Download for: [ Windows ]
Viewer Compatibility
Hypercosm Teleporter
Learn more about Teleporter Pro software tool for web-enabling 3D models designed with Google SketchUp ProHypercosm Teleporter automatically exports SketchUp models into interactive web pages. It preserves the SketchUp rendering style and converts model data into a "view only" Hypercosm applet format. This allows a user to view and explore a model using the free Hypercosm Player, but not to modify or change it - keeping design data private.Hypercosm Teleporter also has the advantage of a low file size format that makes web-based graphics practical for 3D models and animations. A SketchUp user can now get more value out of their 3D models by posting them online, or sharing with customers, colleagues, friends and family through email just like other electronic documents.
This plugin was created by Hypercosm LLC.
For more information, or for support, please visit www.hypercosm.com.
Download for: [ Windows ]
eDrawings Publisher for SketchUp
The publisher is an add-on to SketchUp that allows designers to export their models to eDrawings format. eDrawings is a well accepted solution among MCAD professionals who need to share their designs among teams. The professional version enables users to Create markups, Measure the model, Create Cross-section, Password Protect eDrawings file, Move components and Insert Stamps. The tool allows you to generate an accurate representation of your SketchUp models that can be viewed (only) using the eDrawings viewer. eDrawings models can be packed into an executable containing the viewer as well as the design data so that the recipients do not need to install or purchase any software to view the model.
The add-on was created by Geometric Software Solutions.
For support, please visit www.geometricsoftware.com
Download for: [ Windows ]
3D PDF Exporter
The Render Plus 3D PDF Exporter will take your SketchUp Documents and turn them into 3D PDF files which you can then post on a web page, or send to clients. You can create a fairly robust 3D PDF page - including the interactive 3D model with descriptive text to explain what the user is seeing. 3D PDF Exporter works with both SketchUp Pro and Google SketchUp (free).
This plugin was created by Render Plus Systems.
For more information, or for support, please visit www.renderplus.com
Download for: [ Windows ]
Productivity Enhancement
RPS Space Design
RPS Space Design is a free, plugin for SketchUp Pro and Google SketchUp (free). RPS Space Design was created to make it easier to place, move and edit 3D components in rooms. After placing your components, you can assign attributes to them and create reports. RPS Space Design incorporates wizards to:
- create rooms,
- place, move, copy and stretch 3D components,
- define attributes,
- create reports.
This plugin was created by Render Plus Systems.
For more information, or to download RPS Space Design, please visit www.renderplus.com
Download for: [ Windows ]