Let’s build a practical example: . This bar will contain the six tools every architectural modeler needs: Tape Measure, Push/Pull, Move, Rotate, Scale, and Eraser.
Hold the key (or simply drag, depending on your SketchUp version) to move an icon into your new blank window.
While SketchUp’s native interface (Windows) allows basic rearranging, a specialized extension like provides deeper customization, particularly on Mac or when managing extensive plugin libraries. Why You Need to Customize Your Toolbar
Mastering the toolbar editor is a fundamental step from being a casual user to a SketchUp power user. Whether you start with the simple but solid native tool, explore the drag-and-drop power of the AE ToolbarEditor, or dive into the complete interface overhaul offered by Fredo6's LordOfTheToolbars, the goal is the same: to make the software work for you. toolbar editor sketchup
Watch these guides to see how to manage and customize your toolbars effectively:
This is where the becomes indispensable.
Open SketchUp today. Right-click the toolbar area. Click . Your perfect workflow is only five drag-and-drop actions away. Let’s build a practical example:
Open View > Toolbars , highlight the missing toolset name, and click the Reset button. This snaps it back to its default coordinates on your primary display. Workspace Layout Corruption
: Click "Apply." Note that some changes may require you to restart SketchUp to take effect. 2. Mastering Native Toolbar Customization (Windows)
This plugin allows for a highly personalized workspace by consolidating your most-used features. Custom Toolbar Creation Watch these guides to see how to manage
This is where the magic happens.
"I can't drag icons anymore!" Solution: The Toolbar Editor must be open to move icons. If the Editor is closed, SketchUp assumes you want to click the tools, not rearrange them.
Windows users have access to a robust, native toolbar management system. You can create completely custom toolbars, drag and drop individual icons, dock toolbars to any side of the screen, or let them float over your workspace. macOS (The System Palette System)
Building a custom toolbar on Windows takes only a few steps and allows you to group your most frequently used tools into one place.