[zimatik]

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3DS Export for SketchUp is a 3D Studio 3DS file export plug-in for Google SketchUp®. This plug-in gives SketchUp the ability to export objects from SketchUp to 3D polygon meshes in a 3DS file.
3DS Export for SketchUp tessellates objects in a SketchUp document into a set of triangular meshes. These meshes are then exported to a 3DS file as mesh objects. The 3DS file can then be imported into a variety of CAD applications.
3DS Export for SketchUp is very easy to use. Once installed, it automatically loads itself into SketchUp and adds a new submenu called "3DS Export for SketchUp" to the SketchUp Plugins menu containing the newly added commands.

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Click image to enlarge System Requirements
Hardware, software and operating system requirements for Google SketchUp plug-ins running on the Microsoft Windows platform.

• RAM: 1 GB (Recommended 2 GB)
• SketchUp (32 Bit only): 6, 7 and 8
  
  
• Operating System (32 Bit only): Windows XP SP2 or later, Windows Vista and Windows 7
  
  
  

Download & Purchase

Please download a fully functional trial of 3DS Export for SketchUp by clicking on the "Download Now" button below. To start using the software, you need a license key. A license key can be of two types: Trial or Permanent. A trial key is issued to you instantly and completely free of cost so that you may try the software before you purchase a license. A permanent key is issued after you have purchased a license. We are confident that during the trial period (10 days or runs, whichever is earlier) you will find 3DS Export for SketchUp extremely useful. Later when you decide to buy the software please return to this page and click the "Buy Now" button to place your order. In the order process you will be asked to enter your Host ID that appears in the "SYCODE License Server" dialog box (which appears when you run any of the commands in the "3DS Export for SketchUp" submenu). We will create and send you your Key by e-mail within one business day. To avoid disruption in your workflow we urge you to place your order before the trial period ends.

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[roadkill]

nice one - put me down for one please!

[n0MAD]

Down:

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Install:
replace \Google\Google SketchUp 7\Plugins\3DSExport\3DSExport.dll with the one included.

[zimatik]

thank you !!!!!!!!!!!1

[n0MAD]

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Heres all of the plugins if you need them:

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[Sprockets]

I don't understand the point of this plugin.

Doesn't Sketchup already export to 3ds format natively already?

Check under File>Export>3D Model, under File type it's there.

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[n0MAD]

Hes probably using the free Google Earth, .dae and kmz only.

[akiro]

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there is still some space in the middle... you should install some more plugs
...or use large toolbars