Bend Objects Along Complex Faces with Flowify for SketchUp
SketchUp Extension Introduction Video
Bending Objects Along Complex Faces with Flowify for SketchUp
Extension Name
Flowify
Extension Developer
Anders L.
Extension Cost
Free
Where to get it
Flowify Download Link – https://extensions.sketchup.com/en/content/flowify
Extension Description – Flowify
Flowify is an amazing organic modeling extension for SketchUp designed to allow you to take objects and bend them along any surface with 4 corners (quad surface). This allows for the creation of very interesting shapes within SketchUp. Use the soften/smooth edges tool in your tray to smooth out the created geometry
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Bending Objects Along Complex Faces with Flowify for SketchUp – SketchUp Extension Tutorials
In today’s SketchUp extension tutorial, we’re going to talk about using the extension flowify to bend geometry along an organic shape.
Flowify Instructions
One of the most important things about this extension is the way that your objects are grouped. Basically, this extension looks for 3 groups inside another group. Your group must contain the following –
- A group containing your target shape
- A group containing your base shape
- A group containing two lines running running from the corners of your base shape to the corners of your target shape
And all of these groups must be inside another group.
Finally, you must also have the shape that you’d like to bend in its own group as well, and it must contain raw geometry.
You’d then select these two groups, go up to “Extensions,” “Flowify,” “Flowify” to bend your shape.
Make sure to watch the video for a bit better instructions.
About Justin Geis
Hi, I'm Justin Geis, and I'm the founder of The SketchUp Essentials. I started using SketchUp as part of my work as a general contractor in 2008. I quickly realized the power of the software and started using it for personal projects. I started The SketchUp Essentials as a place to share easy to follow SketchUp tutorials and tips to help everyone harness the power of 3D Modeling in their lives. When not working with SketchUp, I enjoy playing soccer and spending time with my wife and our two dogs.