2026 Point Cloud

[ntxdave]

I have been away from SketchUp for a while. I just updated to SU 2026 and there is a feature that I am not familiar with. I see a toolbar for Point Cloud, however:

• Can someone give me good explanation of what Point Cloud is?

• Is there a way to remove or move the toolbar for the Point Cloud?

[L i am]

In SketchUp, a point cloud is a collection of millions of tiny points in 3D space that represent the shape and surface of a real-world object, building, or environment.

Each point has X, Y, and Z coordinates, and sometimes color (RGB) or intensity data. Together, these points form a “cloud” that looks like a 3D model — though it’s actually just data points, not solid geometry.

I do not have that version of SU but I assume View/toolbars turn off point cloud by unchecking the box