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LayIn Plugin Beta Launch

Updated: Mar 1

Official Announcement

We are excited to announce that VBO LayIn Plugin is officially entering the Beta Testing phase on February 14th, 2025!


Introduction

LayIn is a plugin that integrates directly into SketchUp. It allows users to create layouts within the SketchUp environment without switching to LayOut software. The plugin was developed to simplify workflow and increase productivity for SketchUp users.


Key Features

  • Direct Layout in SketchUp: Create and edit layouts directly within the SketchUp environment

  • Smart Document Management: Drawing page management system with flexible tree structure

  • Diverse Drawing Tools: Line, Rectangle, Circle, Text, and tools that are specially designed for architecture/engineering works, can collect data from SketchUp model.

  • Model Tools: Tools that help to manage your model's data and elements

  • Multiple Format Support: Export to PDF, PNG, DXF

  • Title Block Customization: Multiple built-in title block templates with customization options

  • Layers: Automatic layer system for efficient content organization. User don't need to waste time to manage the Layers system


Beta Usage Notes

Level

Note

⚠️ Important

Always backup data before performing important operations

ℹ️ Info

Some features may not be fully completed in the Beta version

💡 Feedback

Please report any bugs and provide feedback through official channels


Installation Guide

  1. Download the plugin from here

  2. Install the plugin following the instructions

  3. Access the plugin via the LayIn Toolbar

  4. Contact me to request a tester account


Feedback and Support

During the Beta phase, user feedback is crucial. Please share with us:

  • Bug reports and issues encountered

  • Interface and user experience improvement suggestions

  • New feature proposals

  • Usage experience sharing


Contact Channels



Development Roadmap

We plan to release the official version after 3 months of Beta Testing, with many improvements based on community feedback.


Thank you for participating in VBO LayIn Plugin Beta Testing. Your contribution will help us create a better product for the SketchUp community!

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