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In this article, Mytour will guide you on How to import a KML file into SketchUp for using KML file data to draw buildings and add features before overlaying it on Google Earth.
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How to Import KML File into SketchUp
KML files contain geographic coordinate and geometry data that users can use to overlay on Google Earth terrain maps. Google SketchUp service utilizes data from KML files to draw buildings or features before overlaying on Google Earth.
To import a KML file into SketchUp, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Open any web browser on your computer and access online file storage services, 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. Then, 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 at the bottom left corner of the Building Maker window. This will display the Add KML Overlay dialog box.
Step 5: Enter or paste the URL of the KML file you copied in the Input box. Next, click OK to import the KML file into Google SketchUp.
Follow similar steps to import other KML files you want to import into SketchUp.
Additionally, you can explore How to Export SketchUp File to AutoCAD for editing the file if you are not familiar with using SketchUp.
Here, Mytour has guided you on how to Import KML files into SketchUp. Readers can also refer to some existing articles on Mytour to learn more about exporting SketchUp files to AutoCAD.
