For large models (e.g., a stadium with thousands of railings), convert PB2 outputs to regular components after finalizing the design. This reduces file size and improves performance.
DM Profile Builder 2: Mastering Parametric Modeling in SketchUp
Traditional SketchUp relies on the Follow Me tool for linear extrusions. While functional, Follow Me generates raw geometry—every face and edge is hard-coded. If you need to change a 4-inch profile to a 6-inch profile, you must delete and redraw. PB2 disrupts this workflow by introducing the concept of the Dynamic Profile . A profile in PB2 is not just a shape; it is a container for nested behaviors. A user defines a cross-section (e.g., a baseboard), but within that definition, PB2 allows for the insertion of "accessories" (wires, gaskets, or LED strips) that run along the same path. Furthermore, the plugin introduces the revolutionary Coping and Mitering engine. At a corner, PB2 does not simply intersect solids; it calculates a true compound miter or a cope joint automatically based on the profile’s geometry. This transforms the user from a manual surface-sticher into a director of parametric relationships.
Add fixed objects (like fence posts) that repeat at specific intervals or at every corner. 3. Path Extrusion Select a path (line, arc, or curve) and click Build along Path
Absolutely. If you model any form of linear architecture, trim, or mechanical extrusion more than once a week, Profile Builder 2 pays for itself in the first project. It replaces hours of manual Follow Me work with a few clicks and offers parametric intelligence that native SketchUp lacks.
Create 3D geometry by extruding custom or built-in shapes along any path. These "Profile Members" remain fully editable.