Many Sketchup users also use other modeling software or programs as part of their workflows. With that in mind, SketchUp can help you import a file created in another program, or export your model into a different file format.
Use the following table to find the type of file you are working with, SketchUp subscription you need to access options associated with that file type, and a link to learn more about how SketchUp works with the files:
| File Type | File Extension(s) | Subscription Type | Learn More |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAD files | .dwg,.dxf |
Go Pro Studio | Importing and Exporting CAD Files |
| Image files |
.jpg, .png, .tif, .bmp, .psd, .tga, .eps
|
Free Go Pro Studio | Importing and Exporting Image Files |
| PDF files | .pdf |
Go (iPad only) Pro | Importing and Exporting Image Files |
| COLLADA files | .dae |
Free Go Pro Studio | Importing and Exporting COLLADA Files |
| 3D Studio (3DS) files | .3ds |
Go Pro Studio | Importing and Exporting 3DS Files |
| Digital elevation models (DEM files) |
.dem, .ddf
|
Free Go Pro Studio | Importing DEM Files for Terrain |
| FBX files | .fbx |
Go Pro Studio | Exporting FBX Files |
| Google Earth files | .kmz |
Free Go Pro Studio | Exporting KMZ Files for Google Earth |
| OBJ files | .obj |
Go Pro Studio | Exporting OBJ Files |
| VRML files | .wrl |
Go Pro Studio | Exporting VRML Files |
| XSI files | .xsi |
Go Pro Studio | Exporting XSI Files |
| IFC files | .ifc |
Pro Studio | Classifying Objects |
| USDZ files | .usdz | Pro Studio | Working with USDZ files |
| gITF | .gib | Pro Studio | Working with GLTF files |
Tip: If you export your SketchUp model to another file type and receive an error, the Solving a Blank Dialog or SDK Error When Exporting article may help you resolve the problem.
Note: Some links in this guide point to the Trimble SketchUp Help Center for additional information. For any account and billing enquiries, please visit the SketchUp NZ website or contact our team directly.