Plugin Sketchup Shape Bender __hot__

While listed for older versions, CLF Shape Bender remains functional in modern versions like SketchUp 2024 and 2025 .

We'd love to see what you create with Shape Bender! Share your projects, models, and experiences with the plugin in the comments below.

: For older versions, plugins can be manually added by dragging the .rbz file into the SketchUp Plugins folder. Workflow Tips plugin sketchup shape bender

| Mistake | Fix | |--------|-----| | Object not grouped | Select geometry → right-click → Make Group or Make Component | | Reference line too long/short | Use Length measurement in entity info, adjust curve to match | | Curve is reversed | Right-click curve → Reverse Curves | | Bending goes wrong direction | Reselect reference line (the green arrow shows direction) | | Object deforms weirdly | Ensure reference line is perfectly straight and along the dominant axis of the object |

The number of segments in your target curve determines how "smooth" the bent object will look. More segments in the curve result in more slices and a smoother bend. While listed for older versions, CLF Shape Bender

Input (Straight Geometry) + Red Baseline + Blue Target Curve = Bent Output.

Despite its quirky interface, once you master the rigid "straight reference line" requirement, it becomes an indispensable tool. Since it’s free, there’s no reason not to install it and practice on simple test objects first. : For older versions, plugins can be manually

Click the (or go to Extensions > Chris Fullmer Tools > Shape Bender). Click the Reference Line (the straight line). Click the Target Path (the curve).