Struggling with the SketchUp Round Corner extension? 🧩
Install the Weld extension or use the native "Weld" function (if available). Select all edge segments surrounding the top face, and weld them into a single curve before applying the round corner tool. 3. Use the "Keep Sharp Corners" Option
: Using too many segments for a small radius creates unnecessary complexity that increases the chance of cracks. Six segments are usually plenty for a standard rounded edge. sketchup round corner crack top
Sometimes, you need to give SketchUp a hint. Manually drawing a few simple lines can guide the plugin to create the correct faces.
If your model is literally "cracking" (showing broken or missing geometry) on the top surface after rounding, it is usually due to one of these common SketchUp issues: Struggling with the SketchUp Round Corner extension
Always isolate your objects into Components before editing. This keeps geometry clean and stops independent faces from tearing each other apart.
—because the geometry is too small, overlapping, or contains microscopic gaps. Common Causes of Geometry "Cracking" Scale Issues Sometimes, you need to give SketchUp a hint
Avoid loose geometry by wrapping your objects into distinct Groups and Components immediately.