• Components are complex entities you can create by grouping geometry. When you create a basic component in SketchUp, you turn that grouped geometry into a reusable and separate entity. Adding attributes to a basic component creates a configurable dynamic component. For even more component configuration options, you can use a SketchUp Live Component.Getting Started with ComponentsBefore you start inserting components, you need to know that every component has a definition and an instance:

  • Recommended Web BrowsersWhen working with Live Components in 3D Warehouse, we recommend using the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. Version SupportLive Components can be used with any supported version of SketchUp. Live Components cannot be used with any version older than SketchUp 2020. 

  • SketchUp’s Live Components are a type of configurable component you use in your SketchUp models. You can find Live Components in 3D Warehouse where you can search for, configure, preview in 3D, and download Live Components that best suit your projects. To get you started, check out our Skill Builder video: