Google Earth to Rhino Workflow (2026) 🌍

Learn how to import Google Earth data directly into Rhino 7 and Rhino 8 using a plugin from the Rhino Package Manager. Includes a free daily capture, with no complicated setup.
Easiest Tutorial. Get3DCapture.

— just install and start working with real-world terrain in minutes.
(Chrome must be installed in your pc and completely closed before starting the plugin)
(Note: before to press the "OK" button in the PID dialog, wait at least 5 seconds or more)

— For Rhino 8: Please ensure that the **.NET 7 Runtime** (x64) is installed on your computer, as it is required for the plug-in to function correctly.
You can download it here:
https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/7.0

🧩 Plugin Website: https://get3dcapture.com/
🧩 Food4Rhino Website: https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/google-earth-importer

✅ Works with Rhino 7 & 8 windows
✅ Fast & free method
✅ No manual geo-referencing required

🔧 Troubleshooting (Windows)
If the capture window closes instantly, Windows Defender may be blocking the background process.
Simply add your Rhino Plugins folder to Defender exclusions and reinstall the extension.
"C:\Users\YOUR_USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\McNeel\Rhinoceros\packages"

🎥 Perfect for architects, urban designers, and students needing accurate site context!