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Basic information about SKP file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SKP（*.SKP or *.skp）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the SKP file yourself.

There are 3 file types using the SKP file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SKP file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SKP file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SKP file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SKP file?
  • How to open a SKP file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SKP file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SKP file?
  • How to convert SKP files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SKP file format?


1.Detail information about SKP file extension: SketchUp Document

File type SketchUp Document Category 3D Image Files
Developer Trimble File format Binary
Description SKP file is a SketchUp Document developed by Trimble. An SKP file is a three-dimensional model created by SketchUp software, an easy-to-use 3D design program. It contains a model which includes wireframes, shades, edge effects, and textures. SKP files may also store components that can be inserted into your document.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SKP files

Windows		 Trimble SketchUp
Trimble SketchUp Viewer
IMSI TurboCAD Pro 2017

macOS		 Trimble SketchUp
Trimble SketchUp Viewer
IMSI TurboCAD Deluxe v10

Web		 Trimble 3D Warehouse


2.Detail information about SKP file extension: Sage Accounting Software Print

File type Sage Accounting Software Print Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SKP file is a Sage Accounting Software Print.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SKP files

Windows		 Sage 50 Accounting


3.Detail information about SKP file extension: COREX Orthographic Transcription With Signal Linking Data

File type COREX Orthographic Transcription With Signal Linking Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SKP file is a COREX Orthographic Transcription With Signal Linking Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SKP files

Windows		 COREX



How to convert SKP files to another file format?

There are 21 records in our database eligible for SKP files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve SKP to another files conversion, you may use the option.

SKP to 3DM SKP to 3DS SKP to BMP SKP to CAD
SKP to DAE SKP to DWG SKP to DXF SKP to FBX
SKP to JPEG SKP to JPG SKP to JT SKP to LWO
SKP to MAX SKP to OBJ SKP to PDF SKP to PNG
SKP to SLP SKP to STEP SKP to STL SKP to STP
SKP to ZIP


How to convert another files to SKP file format?

There are 15 records in our database eligible for another files to SKP file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to SKP conversion, you may use the option.

3DS to SKP OBJ to SKP 3DM to SKP PDF to SKP
MAX to SKP EASM to SKP DXF to SKP JPG to SKP
STL to SKP DAE to SKP DWG to SKP JPEG to SKP
PNG to SKP C4D to SKP SKB to SKP


Can't open a SKP file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.SKP”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the SKP extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SKP file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of SKP files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a SKP file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a SKP file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a SKP file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the SKP file is damaged.
  • Whether the SKP file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the SKP file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the SKP file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the SKP file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a SKP file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a SKP file.

If the SKP file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.