How Do I Completely Uninstall SketchUp?

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If you’re looking to completely uninstall SketchUp from your computer, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the process. Whether you’re upgrading to a newer version of SketchUp or simply no longer need the software, properly uninstalling it will ensure that all traces are removed from your system.

Step 1: Close SketchUp

Before uninstalling any software, it’s important to close all related programs and processes. Make sure to save any open projects and exit SketchUp before proceeding with the uninstallation.

Step 2: Uninstall from Control Panel

To begin the uninstallation process, go to your computer’s Control Panel. You can access Control Panel by clicking on the Start menu and searching for “Control Panel.”

Windows:

  1. Once in the Control Panel, select “Uninstall a program” or “Programs and Features.”
  2. A list of installed programs will appear. Locate SketchUp in the list and click on it.
  3. Select “Uninstall” or “Remove” (the exact wording may vary depending on your operating system).
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the uninstallation.

Mac:

  1. In Finder, navigate to the “Applications” folder.
  2. Locate SketchUp in the list of applications.
  3. Drag and drop SketchUp into the Trash bin located in your Dock.
  4. To completely remove SketchUp from your Mac, empty the Trash bin.

Step 3: Remove Residual Files

Although uninstalling from the Control Panel or by dragging SketchUp to the Trash bin will remove most of the program files, there may still be residual files left on your computer. To ensure a complete uninstallation, it’s recommended to manually delete these files.

Windows:

  1. Open File Explorer and navigate to the following directories:
    • C:\Program Files\SketchUp
    • C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\SketchUp
    • C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\SketchUp
  2. Delete any SketchUp-related folders or files in these directories.

Mac:

  1. In Finder, click on “Go” in the menu bar and select “Go to Folder.”
  2. Type “~/Library/” (without quotes) and press Enter.
  3. Navigate to the following directories:
    • Application Support/SketchUp
    • Caches/com.sketchup.SketchUp.2021
    • Preferences/com.2021.plist
  4. Delete any SketchUp-related folders or files in these directories.

Step 4: Restart Your Computer

After completing the uninstallation and removing residual files, it’s recommended to restart your computer. This step ensures that any remaining processes or temporary files associated with SketchUp are cleared from your system.

In Conclusion

Uninstalling SketchUp completely involves closing the program, uninstalling it from the Control Panel or the Applications folder, removing residual files manually, and restarting your computer. By following these steps, you can ensure that SketchUp is completely removed from your system.

Remember to always double-check that you have saved any important projects or files before uninstalling any software.