The method to open the customization window differs slightly between Windows and macOS.

As of SketchUp 2024 and 2025 (expected), Trimble has been focusing on UI unification. The Toolbar Editor is likely to merge with the SketchUp Studio interface. We are seeing beta tests for "Contextual Toolbars" that change based on what entity you have selected.

However, the manual Toolbar Editor remains the bedrock of professional workflows. It allows architects, set designers, and woodworkers to strip away the "noise" of irrelevant tools and focus solely on their specific trade.

You have spent an hour building the perfect toolbar layout. What happens when SketchUp crashes, or you install a new plugin that resets everything?

If you want to add a specific tool (like the "Flip Along" tool) to an existing toolbar:

SketchUp’s built-in toolbars are great for native tools, but third-party extensions often clutter your screen randomly.

The Problem: When you install an extension (e.g., V-Ray, Artisan, Solid Inspector), it usually creates its own default toolbar, often massive and intrusive. The Solution: In the Toolbar Editor, uncheck the default extension toolbar to hide it permanently. Then, go to the Commands List. You will see a new tab at the bottom named after the extension. Individually drag only the 1 or 2 tools you actually use from that extension into your custom "Architect Lite" toolbar.

Example: You don't need the 20 V-Ray lights on screen. You just need "Rect Light" and "Sphere Light." Curate them.

The Toolbar Editor in the full version of SketchUp is an essential productivity feature that distinguishes professional desktop usage from the free web version. It empowers users to eliminate clutter, prioritize workflow-specific tools, and create a personalized modeling environment. While it has limitations regarding icon customization and macro support, it remains a robust tool for any serious SketchUp user seeking to optimize their modeling speed and interface clarity.

Recommendation: All SketchUp Pro users should spend 15 minutes at the start of a new project to create at least one custom toolbar tailored to the project’s unique toolset.

In the world of 3D modeling, your workspace is your cockpit. Imagine a specialized tool—the Toolbar Editor for SketchUp

—as the ultimate dashboard upgrade for your creative flight. The "Workspace Warrior" Story

You are working on a complex architectural project. Your screen is a chaotic mess of floating windows and 20 different toolbars from various plugins like Joint Pushpull

. You spend half your time hunting for that one specific "smooth" button buried in a menu. Toolbar Editor

(the "Full" version of your workflow). With this extension, you: Declutter the Chaos : You open the editor via Toolbar Editor and create a single, custom "Master Toolbar". Drag and Drop Power

: You search for your favorite tools—both native SketchUp ones and those from third-party plugins—and drag them into your new custom bar. Command the Code

: You find a useful Ruby snippet on a forum that automates a tedious task. Instead of learning to code, you just paste it into a new button within the editor. Maximize Your View

: You hide all the original, bulky toolbars. Your drawing area doubles in size, and every tool you need for this specific project is now in one neat row at the top of your screen. Key Benefits of the "Full" Setup Unified Interface

: Combine tools from different developers into one cohesive bar. Searchability

: Use a search filter to find that one elusive plugin icon among dozens. Custom Ruby Buttons

: Create your own shortcuts by adding custom Ruby commands directly to a button. Cleaner Renders

: Minimize UI distractions, which is especially helpful when working with heavy rendering engines like V-Ray. If you're looking for the most current version, Toolbar Editor v1.1.8

is the widely recognized stable release available on platforms like SketchUcation using this editor?

EASY Custom Toolbars in SketchUp with Custom Toolbar Editor!

The Toolbar Editor allows you to customize your workspace, streamline your workflow, and reduce clutter. SketchUp has two ways to do this: the Native Tool (built-in) and the Extension Method (for power users).