SketchUp Pro

SketchUp Profor Mac

Rating
4.6
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App info

LAST UPDATED:
2023-06-06
DEVELOPER:
Trimble
LICENSE:
Free to try
VERSION:
2023.0.418.179
FILE SIZE:
824.02 MB
DOWNLOADS:
172
OPERATING SYSTEM:
Mac
FILENAME:
SketchUpPro-2023-0-418-179.dmg
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Gabriela Haynes
Gabriela Haynes
Appsitory Reviewer

Powerful, professional 3D modeler

SketchUp is a powerful application developed for creating, viewing, and modifying 3D ideas. Thanks to this tool, you can create different 3D forms quickly and easily. It supports a dynamic, creative exploration of 3D shapes. You will be provided with an extended set of tools, so your work with this application will be only a pleasure.

About SketchUp

SketchUp allows you to create 3D models on your Mac. Moreover, with the help of online services, you can even get these models built. You will be impressed by how detailed your models can be.

A Pro version will provide you with more features for an additional payment. Although the Pro version has more options, most people find the basic SketchUp enough to do their work efficiently.

Its interface is remarkably user-friendly, and it is easy to cope with. You can find two panels with eye-catching icons and innumerable tools to work with.

As has been mentioned before, SketchUp is so user-friendly. However, it may take you some time to figure out how it works, but it is worth it.

SketchUp was created to allow users to create various models quickly, whether something simple or more complicated. Moreover, you can print your creation right from the app or send the files to a third-party print house.

Critical features of SketchUp for Mac

Among the main features that SketchUp can offer you are the following points:

  • First, you will be allowed to export models to Google Earth.

  • Secondly, you can click on a shape and push or pull it to create your desired 3D geometry.

  • Thirdly, you can experiment with color and texture right on your model.

There is also available real-time shadow casting, which will help you to see exactly where the sun falls as you model. Also, you can select from thousands of pre-drawn components to save time drawing. You can print and export raster images at a higher resolution. Moreover, you will have print access to such 3D formats as DWG, DXF, 3DS, OBJ, XSI, VRML, and FBX, and you will have access to free email tech support for two years from purchase. In addition, you can export animations and walkthroughs as MOV (Mac) or AVI (Windows) files.

Conclusion

SketchUp is an application for graphic design developed by Trimble Inc. It allows users to create and edit 3D models on their Mac for different purposes, such as architecture or interior design. It is an intuitive and powerful app, so you will find it useful for your work.

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Pros
  • The intuitive layout
  • Extensive design tools
  • Integrated cloud storage
  • Allows access to the 3D model library
Cons
  • It lacks some major CAD packages
  • Creating domed surfaces can be tricky
  • No manuals and tutorials
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