Advanced View Export in SketchUp

Effortlessly elevate your SketchUp sharing experience with the Advanced View Export extension. Designed to provide users with greater control and flexibility, this extension allows the seamless export of separate image maps as PNG files for edges, profiles, colors, shadows, and ambient occlusion.

Key Features Advanced View Export in SketchUp :

1. Easy Access:

Find the Advanced View Export extension conveniently located under Extensions > Mattia Bressanelli > Advanced View Export in your SketchUp menu.

2. Optimized Sharing:

Tired of traditional screenshot methods? Advanced View Export simplifies the process of sharing visualizations by exporting separate maps, enabling efficient manipulation in image editing software.

3. Comprehensive Maps:

Generate a variety of maps tailored to specific elements:

  • Edges Map: Utilizes a hidden line style for a clean representation.
  • Profiles Map: Similar to the edges map but with a thicker outline.
  • Colors Map: Focuses solely on materials assigned in SketchUp.
  • Shadows Map: Based on the hidden line without edges, showcasing active shadows.
  • Ambient Occlusion Map: Employs a clever trick using 10px thick edges for a blurred, three-dimensional effect.
  • Boolean Map: Functions as a filter, indicating areas where the model is present or absent.

4. Automation:

Say goodbye to tedious manual map creation. The extension streamlines the process, saving you time and effort.

5. Auto Composite Feature:

Take advantage of the auto composite feature for efficient compositing in external image manipulation software. Note: This feature requires ImageMagick for Windows.

Conclusion :

Ready to Transform Your SketchUp Workflow? Visit Mattia Bressanelli's website for more information on the Advanced View Export extension. Enhance your SketchUp visualization capabilities and unlock a new realm of creative possibilities.