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SketchUp 2026 Download Issue
We have become aware of an issue when downloading SketchUp 2026 and the installer for it. To get around this you have two options, The first is to use 2025 (or any other version of SketchUp) until the issue is resolved Use the offline installer found ...Troubleshooting Draftsight installation and uninstallation
Sometimes when setting up Draftsight (or any program) some files and paths become corrupted and need some cleaning using Windows tools, this also fixes registry keys for you making it much simpler as it is often advised users do not touch these as it ...Transferring to a New Version of SketchUp
With any SketchUp release users are urged to make the switch to the latest and greatest version however some users like to stay as they have all their plugins, templates and materials set up and saved. However SketchUp have made improvements when ...Draftsight DSLS licensing for Enterprise
Draftsight has multiple ways to licence their software, one being DSLS for Enterprise subscribers. This gives you the perks of sharing licences without needing a dedicated network. Target ID If you have purchased this you will first be asked to ...BricsCAD Perpetual Licence changes
This is a notice about the important change to the BricsCAD Upgrade and Support Policy, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. Customers who own perpetual licenses should be informed directly however this is still important information when ...
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V-Ray License Server - Online Licensing Not Working
When accessing the V-Ray Online License Server (OLS) at http://localhost:30304/, you will see an orange or red light next to 'Online Licensing' if it isn't working correctly. To fix this, first check that the computer you are using is connected to ...Language Packs In Cinema 4D
The language packs in Cinema 4D can be found under Help > Check for Updates and then by going to the 'Optional' tab. If the machine is connected to the internet the 'MAXON Online Updater' should appear automatically when Cinema 4D is first installed ...Educational Software - Procedures & Processing Times
Educational software requires additional paperwork and checks. We require proof of genuine academic status that explicitly shows in-date, relevant credentials. Only current students working towards a recognised, major qualification or verifiable ...SketchUp Download Links
SketchUp 2024 Mac Windows SketchUp 2023 Mac Windows SketchUp 2022 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2021 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2020 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2019 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2018 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2017 Mac Windows SketchUp Pro 2016 Mac ...What's the Difference Between Google SketchUp & Trimble SketchUp?
There is effectively no difference between Google SketchUp and Trimble SketchUp - other than ownership. Years ago, Google purchased Sketchup as part of a plan to have everyone around the World model their local environment, upload this to a global ...