To import a KML file into SketchUp, the first step is to upload the file to an online storage service, then upload it to SketchUp using a tool called Add KML Overlay.
In the article below, TipsMake will guide you on how to import KML files into SketchUp , so you can use the KML file data to draw buildings and add features before overlaying them onto Google Earth.
Importing KML files into SketchUp is quite simple.
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KML files contain geographic coordinate and geometric data that users can use to overlay Google Earth topographic maps. Google SketchUp uses the data in KML files to draw buildings or features before overlaying them onto Google Earth.
To import a KML file into SketchUp, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open any web browser on your computer and access an online file storage service, such as Google Docs, Google Drive, or Dropbox.
Step 2: Upload the KML file you want to import into Google SketchUp. Remember to note or copy the URL of the uploaded KML file.
Step 3: Log in to your Google SketchUp account. Next, on the main window, find and click on Building Maker and wait for the online application to load.
Step 4: Click on Add KML Overlay in the bottom left corner of the Building Maker window. A dialog box will then appear on the screen.
Step 5: Enter or paste the URL of the KML file you copied in the previous step into the Input field . Then click OK to import the KML file into Google SketchUp.
Follow the same steps to import the KML files you want into Sketchup.
Additionally, you can also learn more about how to export SketchUp files to AutoCAD for editing if you are not familiar with SketchUp.
Above, TipsMake has guided you on how to import KML files into SketchUp. Additionally, you can refer to other articles on TipsMake to learn more about exporting SketchUp files to AutoCAD.