Troubleshooting SketchUp Make 2014: Resolving the 'Error Loading File' Issue

If you're experiencing an 'Error Loading File' issue when trying to use SketchyPhysics in SketchUp Make 2014, don't worry - it's a common problem that can be easily resolved. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot and fix this error.

Symptoms of the Issue

When you try to load SketchyPhysics in SketchUp Make 2014, you may see an error message similar to:

`/Applications/SketchUp 2015/SketchUp.app/Contents/Frameworks/fwlink/Versions/2.0/lib/ruby/2.0.0/fiddle/import.rb:73:in collect /Applications/SketchUp 2015/SketchUp.app/Contents/Frameworks/fwlink/Versions/2.0/lib/ruby/2.0.0/fiddle/import.rb:73:in dlload`

`I:/Program Files (x86)/SketchUp/SketchUp 2015/Tools/RubyStdLib/rubygems/core_ext/kernel_require.rb:45:in require C:/Program Files (x86)/SketchUp/SketchUp 2015/Tools/RubyStdLib/rubygems/core_ext/kernel_require.rb:45:in require`

Causes of the Issue

The error is usually caused by a problem with the Ruby installation or the SketchyPhysics plugin. Here are some possible reasons:

* Corrupted Ruby installation

* Incompatible versions of Ruby and SketchUp

* Plugin issues

Resolving the Issue

To fix this issue, follow these steps:

1. Check for corrupted files: Sometimes, files can become corrupted during download or transfer. Try reinstalling the plugin to ensure that you have a clean copy.

2. Update Ruby: Ensure that your Ruby installation is up-to-date. You can do this by running the `gem update` command in the Ruby terminal.

3. Check compatibility: Verify that you are using compatible versions of Ruby and SketchUp. Make sure that the Ruby version installed on your system matches the one required by SketchyPhysics.

4. Reset SketchUp settings: Sometimes, resetting SketchUp's settings can resolve plugin issues. Go to `File` > `Preferences` > `Reset`, then restart SketchUp.

5. Reinstall SketchyPhysics: If none of the above steps work, try reinstalling SketchyPhysics.

In this article, we've covered the common symptoms and causes of the 'Error Loading File' issue in SketchUp Make 2014 when using SketchyPhysics. By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to resolve the problem and get back to working with your favorite plugin. If you're still experiencing issues, feel free to reach out to the SketchyPhysics support team for further assistance.

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