FAQs
If you can't get the desired quality, try decreasing the Noise Threshold parameter a bit. In case you use a Render Time (min) limit, increase the time limit value to improve the quality. In V-Ray for Sketchup, Rhino and Revit, render quality can be improved by dragging the Quality slider to a higher-quality preset.
Is V-Ray free for SketchUp Pro? ›
Vray is included in the Studio license. If you have a Pro license, it's not included. I'm not privy with the commercial side of Sketchup, but if you contact them directly they will help you eventually upgrade to studio, if Vray is what you want.
What is V-Ray 5 for SketchUp? ›
V-Ray® for SketchUp 3D rendering software is designed for every designer, architect, or creator who needs a realistic visualization of their idea. From beginner to pro, Chaos® V-Ray has all the tools you need to create stunning photorealistic renders and animations of your SketchUp models.
Can I download V-Ray for free? ›
Download your free V-Ray trial now.
The #1 renderer for Autodesk 3ds Max. Fast photoreal CPU & GPU rendering for artists and designers in architecture, games, visual effects and virtual reality.
Is there a free download for SketchUp? ›
You can use SketchUp Free which is web-based and runs in your browser. They no longer offer a free desktop version, though.
What is the easiest rendering program for SketchUp? ›
For ease of use, Twinmotion is a game engine based realtime renderer somewhat similar to Enscape, and it is free for personal use. Kerkythea is a free versatile standalone rendering application with an export plugin for SketchUp.
Can you render in SketchUp without V-Ray? ›
There is no rendering application included with SketchUp Pro. As you were told in one of your previous threads, Vray is included with SketchUp Studio. If you buy the Pro subscription you can choose whatever renderer you want to use.
What is the best rendering extension for SketchUp? ›
Best SketchUp Renderers
- IRender nXt. IRender nXt is the only SketchUp renderer you'll ever need! ...
- ArielVision. ArielVision is an easy to use SketchUp plugin that creates photorealistic renderings of your models, from inside SketchUp. ...
- Raylectron. ...
- ShaderLight. ...
- Thea. ...
- RENDERLights. ...
- Brighter3D. ...
- Bloom Unit.
Is V-Ray 5 free? ›
The Free Trial version includes all the features and rendering capabilities of the commercial license but is restricted in time.
Is V-Ray better than Enscape? ›
If you value meticulous control, supreme rendering quality, and are willing to invest time and effort, V-Ray is the classic choice. On the other hand, if you require speed, ease of use, and real-time interactivity for design presentations, Enscape is a fantastic option.
Windows: When using SketchUp for Windows, the V-Ray Toolbars can be found under SketchUp > View > Toolbars.
What is the last version of V-Ray for SketchUp? ›
How do I know when V-Ray is done rendering SketchUp? ›
You can check out the render time using the Stamp option in the V-Ray Frame Buffer, and get more detail in the V-Ray Frame Buffer's Stats > Timing rollout.
How do I download SketchUp plugins for free? ›
Tip: Installing and managing extensions is easiest if you access the Extension Warehouse from SketchUp by selecting Extensions > Extension Warehouse. The extension is a free extension. Many extensions on the Extension Warehouse are free for you to download and use.
Is D5 render free? ›
Not only is D5 Render free to use, D5 Render Team also provides integrations with most modeling software for free. You can choose from SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max, Blender, Archicad, Rhino, C4D, and download the plugin you need for free to build your own workflow.
Can I download V-Ray 5 material library? ›
The V-Ray Material Library and Light Gen HDRI assets may be inaccessible for direct download to V-Ray 5 users. This can be avoided by upgrading to V-Ray 6. Restarting V-Ray after the asset files are placed will restore functionality to both the Material Library and the Light Gen.