The official Instant Roof plugin (now often part of the Instant Roof NUI suite) is a paid extension developed by Vali Architects
. While some users search for "fixed" or "cracked" versions, official sources strongly advise against them due to security risks , potential malware, and software instability. Extension Warehouse 1. Getting the Plugin Safely
The safest way to acquire the plugin is through official channels to ensure compatibility and security: Official Website : Purchase directly from Vali Architects for approximately Extension Warehouse : You can find it within SketchUp by going to Extensions > Extension Warehouse and searching for "Instant Roof". Free Alternatives : If you strictly need a free tool, consider the plugin available on the SketchUcation PluginStore 2. How to Install Once you have the official Extensions > Extension Manager Install Extension Navigate to your downloaded file and click If the toolbar doesn't appear, go to View > Toolbars and check "Instant Roof". 3. Basic Usage Guide
Instant Roof automates complex geometry based on your selection. SketchUp Africa INSTANT ROOFS IN SKETCHUP with Instant Roof NUI 18-Oct-2018 — instant roof plugin for sketchup free download fixed
unless file_loaded?(FILE) UI.menu("Plugins").add_item("Instant Roof") do generate_roof end
# Add toolbar button (if you have SketchUp 2017+)
cmd = UI::Command.new("Instant Roof") generate_roof
cmd.tooltip = "Generate a roof instantly from selected face"
cmd.status_bar_text = "Click to generate a hip roof"
toolbar = UI::Toolbar.new("Instant Roof")
toolbar = toolbar.add_item(cmd)
toolbar.show
file_loaded(__FILE__)
end
end
The developer (Vali Architects) offers a 15-day fully functional trial of Instant Roof Pro.
def self.add_eaves(model, points, thickness) points.each_cons(2) do |p1, p2| line = [p1, p2] model.active_entities.add_line(p1, p2)
# Extrude downward for eave
vec_down = Geom::Vector3d.new(0, 0, -thickness)
p1_down = p1 + vec_down
p2_down = p2 + vec_down
face = model.active_entities.add_face(p1, p2, p2_down, p1_down)
face.reverse! if face.normal.z < 0
end
end
| Plugin | Type | Link Method | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Instant Roof 1.0 (Legacy) | Free (Old) | SketchUcation → Search "Instant Roof" → Version History tab | | TIG Roof (Recommended) | Free (Fixed) | SketchUcation → Search "TIG Roof" | | Instant Roof Pro Trial | 15-day Free | Extension Warehouse (inside SketchUp) |
Stop searching for a cracked Instant Roof Pro. It doesn't exist reliably (most contain viruses or crash SketchUp).
def self.add_gutter(model, points) points.each_cons(2) do |p1, p2| model.active_entities.add_line(p1, p2) end end The official Instant Roof plugin (now often part