SKP Exporter
for 3ds Max
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 and Windows 11 Only.
- Platforms: 3ds Max versions 2024–2027.
Note
- Mac Compatibility: This plugin is not currently compatible with Mac OS.
- Plugin Updates: All updates for the first year are free. The plugin license is perpetual. After the first year, if you need updates or support, you’ll need to purchase a renewal.
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- Free trial of 30 exports for 15 days is available.
- License key is not required for a free trial.
- Full-featured trial version is available.
One Machine
Single Machine Locked License
- Single license can be activated on one machine.
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Two Machine
Two Machine Locked License, by the Same User
- Two licenses will be provided and can be activated on two different machines at a time, by the same user
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Single Floating
$249
Single Floating License
- One license can be used on multiple machines. But on one machine at a time.
- User can release license from one machine and activate on another machine. User will always need internet connection during release and activation.
- To change hardware: User can release license from current machine and then activate same license on same machine after changing hardware.
Automation
$599
Automation Licence
- Automation License enables programmatic export via plugin API
- Function can be called within the same host application
- No user intervention or GUI required for export
- Supports C++ or C# based integration
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
- Seamless file export experience for end users
- Output is generated directly for downstream workflows
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
Features
Tessellation Quality Support
Added support for configurable tessellation quality to optimize file size and surface representation in SketchUp.
Export Textures
Preserves and exports applied textures to maintain the original visual appearance.
Transparency Support
Preserves material transparency settings to maintain the original model appearance.
Scaling Support
Supports scale conversion to ensure compatibility across different applications and unit systems.
RotateBy Feature
Allows applying rotation transformations during export for correct model orientation.
Additional
Info.
SKP Exporter for 3DS Max Version History
Enhancement:
- Control Tessellation Quality.
- Control over 'Normal' export.
- Control over 'Precision' export.
- Selected Element export.
- Hidden Elements Export.
- Scaling Support.
- Swap - Flip Axes
- RotateBy Feature.
- Texture and Transparency support.
- Supports 2024 -2027 3ds Max Versions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 3ds Max file formats does ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter support?
ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter supports Autodesk 3ds Max scene files (.MAX) and exports the 3D model data to the SketchUp (.SKP) file format.
Which operating systems are supported by ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter for 3ds Max?
ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter for 3ds Max supports Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Is there a free trial for ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter for 3ds Max?
Yes. The free trial is activated automatically after installation and includes 30 exports for 15 days. A license key is not required for trial use.
Which 3ds Max versions are supported by ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter?
ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter currently supports Autodesk 3ds Max 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027.
Can I control the tessellation quality during SKP export?
Yes. The plugin provides configurable tessellation quality, helping you balance surface representation and exported file size.
Does ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter preserve textures?
Yes. The plugin supports texture export, helping preserve the visual appearance of the original 3ds Max model.
Does the SKP Exporter support transparency?
Yes. The plugin preserves supported material transparency settings when exporting models to SKP.
Can I export only selected elements from 3ds Max?
Yes. ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter supports selected element export, allowing you to export only the required objects from your 3ds Max scene.
Does the SKP Exporter support model scaling?
Can I change the model orientation during export?
Yes. The RotateBy feature allows you to apply rotation transformations during export for the required model orientation.
Can I swap or flip axes while exporting a 3ds Max model?
Yes. ProtoTech’s SKP Exporter provides Swap/Flip Axes functionality to help align exported models with the required coordinate system.
Is the SKP Exporter license perpetual?
Yes. ProtoTech provides a perpetual plugin license. Updates for the first year are included, while renewal is required after the first year if you need further updates or support.
Can the SKP Exporter license be used on multiple computers?
A Single Floating License can be used on multiple machines, but only on one machine at a time. Machine-locked licenses remain tied to their licensed machines.
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