Using the Soften Edges feature, along with the Smooth edge property, changes the visibility of edges and can make your model look more realistic with less geometry.

In this video, learn how to quickly soften, or hide edges in your SketchUp models so you don't have a bunch of visible background geometry!

Oct 24, 2024 · To soften edges in SketchUp and create smoother, more visually appealing models, you can use the Soften Edges feature. This process is particularly useful for rounded …

In this tutorial, we’ll take a look at how to soften edges and round corners in Sketchup! This can be useful when trying to make three-dimensional objects look more realistic and less computer …

Oct 28, 2025 · Select all of the edges that you want to soften, right click on the selection, choose Soften. If needed, adjust the slider in the Soften Edges panel in the tray.

You can use edge color in SketchUp to lighten the color of the edges. However using transparency and masking will help preserve some of the detail, especially when the edge …

Jul 12, 2023 · I select a face, then select connected faces. I keep doing that until all faces are selected, then I reverse selection and that should highlight all edges only. Then you can soften …

Soften Coplanar - Turning on this option softens the selected geometry, hiding edges and changing the bounding edges into an entity. Smooth Edges - Turning on this option adds …

Use the Eraser Tool with the Ctrl key (Windows) or Option key (Mac) to selectively soften specific edges. If you’re trying to soften edges on a complex model, zoom in to ensure the correct …

In this video, learn about softened and smoothed edges in SketchUp - how to hide and show lines, how to use smooth geometry to create smooth looking faces, and how to use softened …