SketchUp 2017 was developed before 4K monitors became standard for laptops. The 2017 version has significant scaling issues on High-DPI (4k or Retina) screens. If you install SketchUp 2017 on a modern laptop with a high-resolution display, you may encounter:
Used to highlight faces, edges, or components. sketchup 2017 free version
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes. Always verify system requirements before installing legacy software. SketchUp 2017 was developed before 4K monitors became
You must download the .rbz plugin files manually through a web browser and install them via the Preferences > Extensions > Install Extension menu. Many developers have also stopped updating plugins for the 2017 API, meaning some newer tools simply won't work. Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes
was the last true free desktop version for personal/hobbyist use.
Unlike the free web version, SketchUp Make 2017 supports Ruby extensions . This allows users to add specialized tools for tasks like 3D printing (e.g., SolidInspector) or complex geometry (e.g., Bezier curves).