First time using both sketchup and the extension Open Cut List.
Sketchup version is Make 2017 on OS X
OpenCutList version 1.9
I assigned material to each component and when trying to view parts list all the dimensional lumber types show Cross section not available, what does that mean and how can I fix it?
Thank you, attached is file in case that helps 
bench modified.skp (283.8 KB)
In OCL, Click on the material, for each bar material you must add its cross section.!
If the section you use in your drawing is not configured in OCL, there will be an error message
Warning : For a good functioning, it is necessary that the automatic orientation of the parts is checked - it is the default setting -
Otherwise the length of the part is considered on the red axis of the component
OH crud, so the cross sections I add are supposed to be in actual dimensions, not in nominal like 2x4, but add it as 1.5x3.5 ?
Yes, indicate the exact section.
Dimensional have been designed for trades that work with specific cross sections such as the timber frame or deck boards for example.
In your case it is probably better to use the Solid Wood setting.
Solid wood? And just enter exact sizes needed?
Yes , choose Solid Wood, and just indicate the availables Thicknesses. Then OCL generate the corresponding cut list part with the exact dimensions necessary for manufacturing
How do I correct this cross section error if needing to rip a 2x4 down to say 2 7/8" from 3.5". Currently, the extension is using another 2x4x8 instead of using the remaining board from a true 1.5"x3.5"x8’.
Thanks in Advance!!
On another note, does anyone know how to include the miscellaneous cutouts into the cut list that is generated?
Thanks!
Please fill out your proile correctly, the information can assist with figuring out the solution.
Also, please upload the file so it can be examined to help with the solution.
Hey Dave, I corrected the information on my profile but will not be uploading the .skp file
thanks
It’s not possible with Dimensional material type. It’s not designed for that.
An option in the next 6.0 release will permit to preview true part shape.
But this option is currently not available in 5.x.
Thank you! Do you know when 6.0 will be released? Rough time frame? I really appreciate the quick response to those questions!
Maybe in more than a month.
We have to finalize, test and translate new features.
