SketchUp Go Subscription

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SketchUp Go Subscription Overview

A SketchUp Go Subscription is your introduction to SketchUp

We’re thrilled to introduce our new entry-level subscription alongside the SketchUp for iPad launch. SketchUp Go (formerly known as Shop) offers 3D modeling apps purpose-built for iPad and Web, empowering design and construction professionals to create and collaborate anywhere.

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SketchUp Go Subscription vs Classic Perpetual License

As of November 4, 2020, SketchUp is no longer available in a perpetual license form with its annual maintenance and support fees.  A subscription is now the way to access SketchUp, which offers a whole suite of products at a lower price point and with constant updates and improvements to user requests. 

What's Included in your SketchUp Go Subscription

SketchUp for iPad

 is like your favorite sketchbook, but better. It combines the ease of sketching by hand with the power of 3D. With support for Apple Pencil and smart drawing tools that turn doodles into 3D shapes and configurable objects, SketchUp for iPad lets you create in 3D quickly and easily. Your files are stored in the cloud and synced across your devices so you can access them whenever and wherever you need them.

Our web-based

modeler is a streamlined version of our desktop app that uses the same core technology. With SketchUp for Web, you can ditch the installers and create in 3D straight in your browser.

Trimble Connect

The Trimble Connect extension for SketchUp provides direct access to projects, models, and other features of the Trimble Connect platform.

Support

You’ll get all the help you need with any installation and technical questions that may arise.

SketchUp Go Tutorials & Training

You are consistently supported when you subscribe to SketchUp. We provide a dedicated telephone and email support outreach. However, if you need further training you can find authorised training centres here.

Elmtec’s in-house SketchUp Customer Success Manager is also on hand to guide you through a range of SketchUp tutorials. Elmtec’s exclusive onboarding webinars also get you up to speed with SketchUp quickly and easily. You’ll also find a range of events listed specifically for SketchUp UK and Irish customers on events listings to help elevate your workflows and network with your contemporaries.

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Hardware & Software Requirements for SketchUp Go Subscriptions

Software

  • An internet connection is required to install and authorize SketchUp and to use some of the features.
  • Microsoft® Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher.
  • SketchUp Pro requires .NET Framework version 4.5.2.

Recommended hardware

  • 2+ GHz processor
  • 8+ GB RAM
  • 700MB of available hard-disk space
  • 3D class video card with 1 GB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. Please ensure that the video card driver supports OpenGL 3.1 or higher and is up to date.
  • 3-button, scroll-wheel mouse.

Minimum hardware

  • 1 GHz processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 500MB of free hard-disk space
  • 3D class video card with 512 MB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. Please ensure that the video card driver supports OpenGL 3.1 or higher and is up to date.

Software

  • An internet connection is required to authorize SketchUp and to use some of the features.
  • QuickTime 5.0 and web browser for multimedia tutorials.
  • Safari

Recommended hardware

  • 1+ GHz processor
  • 8GB RAM
  • 700MB of available hard-disk space
  • 3D class video card with 1 GB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. Please ensure that the video card driver supports OpenGL version 3.1 or higher and is up to date.
  • 3-button, scroll-wheel mouse

Minimum hardware

  • 1+ GHz Intel™ processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 500MB of available hard-disk space.
  • 3D class video card with 512 MB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. Please ensure that the video card driver supports OpenGL version 3.1 or higher and is up to date.
  • 3-button, scroll-wheel mouse.

Software

All devices should be compatible with OpenGL ES 3.0 and have at least 1024MB of RAM.

  • Operating System: iOS 10 and later
  • Phones: iPhone 5 and later
  • Tablets: Retina iPads

Recommended hardware

To view models in augmented reality, devices should meet these additional requirements:

Software

All devices should be compatible with OpenGL ES 3.0 and have at least 1024MB of RAM.

  • Operating System: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) and later
  • Phones and Tablets: 4-inch screens and higher – MDPI, HDPI, XHDPI, XXHDPI resolutions

Recommended hardware

To view models in augmented reality, devices should meet these additional requirements:

Sketch Up Go FAQs

If you have a SketchUp Classic Perpetual license (version 2015 or after), you can migrate it over to the new SketchUp Pro annual subscription. With a subscription, you’ll:

  • Always be up to date with the latest features.
  • Receive more frequent updates and improvements.
  • Get more value from all the features, products, and services in the subscription than from a Classic license.
    • Quick and easy user and device management: No more keeping track of new serial numbers for each year or trying to figure out which computer is using which license!
    • Robust self-management: Being able to control your SketchUp sign-ins remotely means you no longer need to contact SketchUp Support for help clearing lost activations.
    • Access to Pro Technical Support.
    • Auto-renew: Never have to worry about renewing or setting up reminders for when your subscription term ends.
    • Access multiple subscription versions*: Install and use any two versions of SketchUp that supports a subscription license (*2019 and later) at the same time.
    • Collaboration, data management & file storage: Included with your subscription is Trimble Connect’s cloud collaboration platform with unlimited file storage.
    • View models on the go: SketchUp Viewer app on mobile with additional Augmented Reality capabilities.

If you are unsure whether your license is eligible for migration, please contact us and we will be more than happy to help.

A single-user subscription is associated with one person (named user) and that individual can then install SketchUp on up to 2 computers. However, only one computer will run SketchUp at a particular time. A subscription cannot be shared between two people.

When you sign up for a subscription you’ll prepay for the full term of your annual subscription. If you do not want to pay for an additional year you can disable auto renewal. You will be able to use the applications in your subscription for the remainder of your annual term. There are no partial refunds if you stop using your subscription before the end of the term.

In the UK, you purchase your SketchUp Pro subscription from one of our authorised resellers. Your subscription will not be renewed automatically; instead, they will contact you ahead of your renewal to let you know it will soon be time to renew. If you wish to renew your subscription, they will process the order for you.

Each product has different functionality and dependence on the internet.

SketchUp for Web is a web-based modeller, so you’ll need to be always connected to the internet to use it.

To install desktop applications like SketchUp Pro and LayOut for the first time, you’ll need to be connected to the internet. After that, you can model offline for up to 28 days before you need to sign back in.

if you’re working in a desktop application and need to access Extension Warehouse or 3D Warehouse, you’ll need internet connection.

Please contact one of our UK resellers for a quote regarding volume discounts.

How to Buy a Sketchup Go Subscription or Licence

Elmtec are a leading UK reseller for SketchUp – your local SketchUp experts. Click ‘Buy Now’ to purchase your subscription, or ‘Licences’ to view the options available to you

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About Elmtec

With over 25 years’ experience in the digital design community, Elmtec is one of the leading suppliers of professional hardware and software. Our specialists offer product knowledge, industry experience and support to ensure we save your business time and money.

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