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# Installation

export const connector_0 = "SketchUp"

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    <b>Notice</b>: This user guide is based on the legacy {connector_0} connector.<br />
    We recommend using our new connectors instead, as they are easier to use and actively maintained. This legacy documentation may not be up to date.
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To install the SketchUp Connector, it's assumed you have:

* Speckle Account (you can get one **for free🎉** at **[https://app.speckle.systems/](https://app.speckle.systems/)**)
* Manager for Speckle. You can download it from **[here](https://speckle.systems/download/)** and add your Speckle account.

Once Manager is installed and your account is set, you can continue with the installation.

## Installing on Windows and Mac

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1. Open Manager for Speckle and click on the "**Connectors**" tab.
2. You should see a list of available connectors. Scroll down until you find the "**SketchUp Connector**" or use the search bar to find it.
3. Click the "**Install**" button next to it.

<Warning>
  If you are using a Mac with an Apple Silicon chip, you will need to install [Rosetta](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211861) before installing the SketchUp Connector.
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That's it! You're all set to use the Speckle connector for SketchUp.

## Installing early releases

If you want to stay on the cutting edge of the SketchUp Connector, then you can install pre-releases of it.

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To install pre-releases for the SketchUp Connector, follow these steps:

1. Inside the connector page, switch to the "**Versions**" tab.
2. Inside the "**Versions**" tab, toggle on the "**Show Pre-releases**" option.
3. From this list, select the desired version you wish to install and click on the "**Install**" button next to it.

<Warning>
  ⚠️ Please keep in mind that these early versions are not intended for production work and may have some untested features.
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