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SketchUp Pro Editor's Review

While there is no shortage of 3D modeling and landscaping tools, not every user needs a gargantuan CAD/CAM app with a seemingly unending feature list and a steep price tag. That explains why tools like SketchUp find a place beside industry behemoths like Autodesk’s 3DS Max or AutoCAD. Last year, Trimble’s acquisition of SketchUp from Google generated much buzz in the industry. Everyone was wondering how the multifaceted 3D modeling application will be molded by the new owner. Trimble did release SketchUp 8 but it was unveiled almost after the acquisition and hence cannot be dubbed as a true Trimble release. The newest version of SketchUp does introduce a number of changes and indicates which way Trimble wants it to head to.

Trimble offers SketchUp’s new iterations for both Mac and Windows platforms. It will run on PCs running Windows Vista and later versions. For Mac users, anything older than Mac OS X 10.7 will not fit the bill. While PCs with 64 bit Windows versions the app will run in 32 bit mode. The company offers both single user and network licensing options. Interestingly, those who opt for the free version also gets chance to use the Pro version, albeit for 8 hours. The installation procedure is usual but windows users will require .NET framework to be installed in their PCs.

The first major change you will notice about the newest iteration of SketchUp is its name. The free version of the App is now offered as 'SketchUp Make' and Trimble makes it loud and clear that it is meant only for non- commercial usage. The more feature-rich and paid version, aka, SketchUp Pro 8 has been rechristened SketchUp Pro 2013.Another notable change is inclusion of extension warehouse, a resourceful online home for dealing with add-ons and numerous plug-in, that can let you extract more from SketchUp.

At first look, you will not find many big differences in the interface of SketchUp Pro 2013 from the earlier versions. However, as you start exploring the menus and interface items, the differences will become prominent. It is still minimalistic but does contain useful changes.

Seasoned SketchUp users looking for bells and whistles will love inclusion of extension warehouse. It is prudent that you have an organized storehouse for all SketchUp plug-ins and extensions than searching around in web. It also includes an efficient installation manager. It replaces the older Google 3D warehouse.

In this version of SketchUp, you can manage your toolbars better and organize workspace the way you want. Rather than using a menu to select each toolbar once, you get a window and select all toolbars you want to appear quickly. The icing on cake is when you resize window the toolbars do not get messed up. Users can also create their own toolbars with native tools.

Layout is one aspect is that makes SketchUp Pro 2013 distinctive from its free counterpart and seasoned users will appreciate the improvements. Layout enables users to perform 2D documentation with ease. It offers a new feature called Pattern fill which lets you apply patterns to drawings. In Layout, you can also create multiple copies of objects. The Layout zoom level has shot to a massive 10,000 percent in this version. Other notable improvements in Layout are quicker screen redraw, speedy vector rendering and enhanced support for video export.

In this version of SketchUp Pro, users get the option to import files from CAD and vector applications seamlessly. You can also export files to popular vector formats like dxf and dwg, which means they can be opened in apps like Adobe Illustrator.

The tool icons in SketchUp Pro 2013 have changed a bit and it will be helpful for a newbie. You get tool tips displayed when cursor is placed on an icon. An explanatory text also appears at the same time. The icons, overall, resemble those of CAD tools.

There are not many major changes to 3D modeling front as such. However, the additions to its 2D documentation capabilities, focus on integration and compatibility make SketchUp Pro 2013 a robust 3D modeling application. While demanding users will point to a few small flaws in the app, those are not deal breakers as such.

Positive Points:
 -   Extension Warehouse makes organizing plug-ins and add-ons simpler.
 -   Enhanced support for video file export and zooming capacity.
 -   Wider file format support for vector files, for both import and export.
 -   Bundled upgrade-maintenance package ensures one year of application updates and resources.

Negative Points:
 -   Customizing the toolbar is a nice touch but the users cannot use their favorite plug-ins in those toolbars.
 -   The new and redesigned tool icons may put off the seasoned SketchUp users as they will have to get re-familiarized.

Conclusion
Whether you will upgrade to Trimble SketchUp Pro 2013 from older versions or not depends on your usage needs. Personal users who resort to the app for making simple 3D models and architectural purpose may stick with SketchUpversion 8. However, professional architects, designers and landscaping artists will benefit immensely from the new version’s extensive documentation capabilities and organized workspace. Its price and upgrade and maintenance cost are worth the investment, considering the cost for more popular CAD tools. Existing users get the option to upgrade to SketchUp Pro 2013 at discounted price as well.

Rating: 4/5







SketchUp Pro Publisher's Description

SketchUp Pro is a powerful and reliable application designed to provide users with possibilities to create and edit 3D models in a professional environment.

SketchUp Pro is intuitive and easy to learn, aimed at both beginners and professionals. It includes a Layout Designer that allows you to combine 3D models with text and a Style Builder for buildings.

Free download from Shareware Connection - SketchUp Pro is a powerful and reliable application designed to provide users with possibilities to create and edit 3D models in a professional environment.

Publisher: Trimble Navigation Limited | License: Shareware | Price: 590
Version: 2013 | Platform: WinOther
Released Date: | Rating: 5 | Title: SketchUp Pro

Author Url: http://www.sketchup.com/
Program Info Url: http://www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-pro
Download Url: http://www.sketchup.com/download?sketchup=pro

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