Hello! I have been trying to import multiple SKP files in my script to known points. The current model.import requires the user t click a point. A method to import to a point would be useful… (to me any hoo) something like: model.importToPoint '*.skp' (100,200,300) see this post Ed

Try loading the SKP as a new component definition [rather than importing it] - referenced as thus: that_definition = Sketchup.active_model.definitions.load(path_to_the_skp) Look at the API docs for more details… Now decide on its location: some_transformation = Geom::Transformation.new(some_chos…

I show the same workflow followed by explode and purging the definition list.: How to import SKP to a 3dpoint? Why is it stuck on my mouse? - #4 by DanRathbun

Is there an equivalent way that will also work for non-.skp files? Say, .3ds or .dae models?

[image] alecjacobson: Is there an equivalent way that will also work for non-.skp files? Say, .3ds or .dae models? Yes see: How to import SKP to a 3dpoint? Why is it stuck on my mouse? - #8 by DanRathbun

Ruby API model.importToPoint

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DanRathbun July 17, 2025, 9:05pm 5

Yes see:

How to import SKP to a 3dpoint? Why is it stuck on my mouse? - #8 by DanRathbun

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Ruby API model.importToPoint

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