Sketchup 2017 Free Version [best] May 2026
Introduction
| Feature | SketchUp Make 2017 (Desktop) | SketchUp Free (Web) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Connection | Works Offline | Requires Internet | | Speed | Fast (Native App) | Slower (Browser dependant) | | Storage | Saves to Hard Drive (.SKP) | Saves to Trimble Cloud | | Plugins | Supports older Ruby scripts | No plugins allowed | | File Types | Can Import/Export various formats | Limited Import/Export options | sketchup 2017 free version
How to Install Extensions in 2017:
- Download the
.RBZfile from SketchUcation or GitHub. - In SketchUp, go to
Window > Extension Manager. - Click
Install Extension. - Navigate to your
.RBZfile and open it. - Restart SketchUp.
. Once the trial ends, the software will automatically revert to the standard free "Make" version. Template Selection: On the launch screen, go to the Introduction | Feature | SketchUp Make 2017 (Desktop)