Go to the Extension Manager in Sketchup (Window> Extension Manager) and click Install Extension. I usually save it in the Downloads folder on my computer where I’ve created another folder with SketchUp stuff. GK_Postscript_PlotĬlick the link above, then click Download to save it to your computer (don’t worry about the “file type not supported” message). If you do not want to go through the trouble of downloading Ghostscript, Ghostview and CutePDF Writer, the postscript can also be converted to a PDF online through any PS to PDF converter for free. I know, it’s a lot but it works and I’ve been using each of these for years without issue! CutePDF Writer This program will convert the postscript file to PDF in Ghostview.Ghostview This is the program that will enable the postscript file to be viewed and then converted to a PDF.Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on gs918w32.exe (for 32-bit systems) or gs918w64.exe (for 64-bit systems).** ** The link has changed as this product has reached end of life.

Ghostscript This is the program that will read the postscript file from SketchUp.

gk_Postscript_Plot (a free plugin for SketchUp).

There are a few plugins and files that will need to be downloaded in order to create full size templates: I figured it could use an update since a couple of the programs listed are no longer current but they do work in the latest version of SketchUp! Plugins and Files There are so many great tutorials and videos on the basics that I probably couldn’t do it any justice but a working knowledge of the basics is all you need for this tutorial. The original post where I found the information is here, and it is from 2012. SketchUp is a super-easy program to use, and this is not a how-to on the basics.

I learned how to create printable templates in SketchUp years ago and it has changed the way I can create easy to build furniture plans! I like being able to create plans with fancy details such as fancy shelf brackets or curvy legs for dressers and tables, and being able to create a template makes cutting the design element a whole lot easier. Using SketchUp to Make Printable Templates for Cutting Complex Pieces

Sketchup woodworking plans free