Sketchup Pro 2018 18.0.16975 -
3D class video card with 512 MB of VRAM or higher and hardware acceleration support. Licensing and Availability
Refinements were made to drawing tools, such as the ability to draw rectangles around their centers and better "smart" offsets. SketchUp Pro 2018 18.0.16975
was a significant release in the software's history, marking the transition where SketchUp officially ended support for 32-bit operating systems and focused exclusively on 64-bit architecture. This version introduced several workflow improvements, particularly for LayOut and BIM (Building Information Modeling) integration. Key Features of the 2018 Release 3D class video card with 512 MB of
Many professionals utilized this version alongside V-Ray for SketchUp to produce photorealistic renders. Minimum System Requirements While the 2018 version was one of the
As of 2026, SketchUp has transitioned almost entirely to a subscription-based model. While the 2018 version was one of the last to offer "Classic" perpetual licenses, these are no longer sold by Trimble .
Users with existing licenses can manage their seats through the Trimble Account Management Portal .
Technical support for SketchUp 2018 has officially ended. For those needing a free desktop alternative, the older SketchUp Make 2017 remains a popular community choice, though it is no longer officially distributed.