{"id":1684,"date":"2026-07-14T10:09:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T10:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tms-scotland.com\/trimble\/?p=1684"},"modified":"2026-10-23T09:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T09:00:45","slug":"whats-new-in-sketchup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tms-scotland.com\/trimble\/whats-new-in-sketchup\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s New in SketchUp"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Our Guide to the Newest Features Available on SketchUp<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>

The latest version of SketchUp<\/a> 2027.0 introduces new modelling capabilities, improvements to LayOut and updates designed to make everyday workflows more efficient.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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One of the biggest developments in this release is the introduction of Procedures, giving users greater flexibility to edit and refine models without having to rebuild geometry from scratch. Alongside this, improvements to documentation, performance and interoperability make it easier to take projects from initial concepts through to detailed drawings.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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We’ve highlighted the key changes in SketchUp 2027.0 and what they mean for architects, interior designers, construction professionals and landscape architects.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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What’s New in SketchUp 2027.0<\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t

More Flexible Modelling with Procedures<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
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Making changes to a detailed 3D model can be time-consuming, particularly when adjustments affect multiple elements.<\/p>

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SketchUp 2027.0 introduces Procedures, a new approach to modelling that allows certain operations to remain editable after they’ve been created.<\/p>

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Rather than starting again when a design changes, users can revisit and adjust existing geometry, making it easier to explore alternatives and respond to project revisions.<\/p>

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Several familiar SketchUp tools now benefit from procedural capabilities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Follow Me - Greater Control Over Complex Geometry<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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The updated Follow Me tool allows multiple profiles to follow a single path within a group or component.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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For example, architects can create multi-layer wall details or complex fa\u00e7ade elements in a single operation, with greater flexibility to make adjustments as the design develops.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Copy Along - Smarter Object Placement<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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Copy Along introduces a more flexible way to repeat objects along a defined path.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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SketchUp recognises the original object’s position relative to the path and applies that relationship to subsequent copies. Spacing can also be adjusted afterwards.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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This is particularly useful for repetitive elements such as fa\u00e7ade details, street furniture, planting arrangements and architectural features.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Section Fill Hatch Patterns - Clearer Model Detail<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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New Section Fill Hatch Patterns provide additional control over how materials and cut elements are represented in section views.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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This makes it easier to distinguish between different building elements and communicate construction details more clearly, particularly when preparing technical drawings.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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AutoFit Live Components - Easier Component Placement<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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AutoFit Live Components can automatically adapt to the surfaces they’re placed on, including surfaces containing openings.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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This reduces the amount of manual resizing and adjustment needed when positioning components, helping users work more efficiently as designs change.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Faster, More Flexible Documentation in LayOut<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
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SketchUp 2027.0 also introduces improvements to LayOut, helping users prepare drawings and presentations with less manual work.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Whether you’re producing detailed construction information or client-facing visuals, the updates focus on performance, flexibility and presentation quality.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Faster Rendering and Exports<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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Improvements to Hidden Line Rendering (HLR) reduce the time required to generate vector linework in SketchUp and LayOut.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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This is particularly beneficial when working with larger, more detailed models, where drawing generation and exports can take longer.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Enhanced PDF and DWG export performance also helps streamline the process of sharing documentation with project teams.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Draw Beyond the Page with Infinite Canvas<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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The new Draw Mode in LayOut removes traditional page constraints, allowing users to work more freely when creating 2D drawings.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Instead of being restricted to a predefined sheet size, users can develop drawings on an infinite canvas, with geometry automatically contained within a Scaled Drawing group.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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This offers greater flexibilit<\/span>y when working on large-scale plans, detailed layouts and drawings that need to be developed before being arranged onto sheets.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Adjust Images Directly in LayOut<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t
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Image and viewport adjustments can now be made directly within LayOut, reducing the need to switch between applications. Users can adjust:<\/p>