In the world of 3D modeling, efficiency is not merely about speed; it is about the precision of control over geometry. SketchUp, known for its intuitive interface, sometimes lacks the granular selection tools required for complex models involving hundreds of groups and components. Enter Selection Toys – a lightweight but powerful extension developed by Steve Baumgartner (often associated with ThomThom 's ecosystem of tools). This plugin transforms how architects, interior designers, and 3D artists interact with their models by turning the tedious task of selection into a strategic, filter-driven process. This essay explores the core functionalities of Selection Toys, its practical applications, and its role in modern 3D workflow optimization.
Rapidly select closed loops of edges, ideal for editing edge details or creating complex openings. selection toys sketchup plugin
It is one of the "Big Three" plugins (alongside Solid Inspector and CleanUp³ ) that forms the foundation of a professional SketchUp installation. If you don't have it, download it immediately. In the world of 3D modeling, efficiency is
While SketchUp’s native "Select All with Same Material" exists, it fails to work across group boundaries. Selection Toys overcomes this limitation by ignoring group hierarchy when instructed. Compared to other selection enhancers like Selection Memory (which saves selections) or Eneroth Selection Memory , Selection Toys is unique because it focuses on attribute-based selection rather than location-based memory. It pairs exceptionally well with TT_Lib² and complements CleanUp³ by preparing geometry for deletion. It is one of the "Big Three" plugins
ThomThom is known for writing exceptionally clean code, and Selection Toys is no exception.