SketchUp
SketchUp is a 3D modeling and design tool used by architects, engineers, interior designers, woodworkers, and hobbyists to create, visualize and communicate 3D designs. It features an intuitive drawing interface with push-pull modeling, pre-built component libraries, built-in rendering, LayOut for documentation and presentations, and integration with other design software through plugins and extensions. SketchUp is available as a free web-based version and as paid desktop editions (Shop, Pro, and Studio) for macOS and Windows.
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1 suggestionYou are running SketchUp 2017, which is very old and no longer supported by Trimble. The good news is that SketchUp has shipped native Apple Silicon builds since version 2022.0 (released in early 2022), and the current versions (2024, 2025, and 2026) are fully optimized for M-series Macs. The bad news is that SketchUp 2017 will not receive any further updates and does not support Apple Silicon, so it will stop working entirely when macOS 28 removes Rosetta 2 in September 2028. You should plan to upgrade to SketchUp 2024 or later as soon as practicable. The latest versions include significant improvements to the 3D rendering engine, support for physically based materials and dynamic environments, and better interoperability with Revit and IFC files. Your existing SketchUp files (stored in .skp format) are fully compatible with the newer versions, so migration is straightforward. If you use a free edition, the web version at app.sketchup.com runs natively in any modern browser on Apple Silicon. If you use a paid subscription, visit sketchup.com to download the latest native macOS installer or purchase a subscription renewal.
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