Version 6 featured native support for uploading models to Google Earth and the 3D Warehouse, allowing users to geolocate their models and contribute to a global library of 3D buildings.

: Users gained the ability to create 3D geometry from typed text, choosing from various fonts and styles like bold or italic. Photo Match

Components (reusable objects) got a major upgrade. Version 6 introduced dynamic components in a primitive form—specifically the "Component Browser" got faster, and you could now easily replace one component with another without breaking the model. For landscape architects building trees, this was a lifesaver.

: It made the 3D Warehouse a central part of the workflow, allowing users to instantly download and share pre-made components like furniture or cars.