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Basic information about SKB file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SKB（*.SKB or *.skb）, 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 SKB file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the SKB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SKB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SKB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SKB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SKB file?
  • How to open a SKB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SKB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SKB file?
  • How to convert SKB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SKB file format?


1.Detail information about SKB file extension: SketchUp Backup Document

File type SketchUp Backup Document Category Backup Files
Developer Trimble File format N/A
Description SKB file is a SketchUp Backup Document developed by Trimble. A SKB file is a backup document created by the Windows version of SketchUp, a free 3D modeling program. It contains a backup of a .SKP SketchUp 3D model. SKB files are saved automatically using the program's auto-save feature in case the original SKP file becomes corrupted or is accidentally deleted.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SKB files

Windows		 Trimble SketchUp

macOS		 SketchUp



How to convert SKB files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for SKB files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve SKB to another files conversion, you may use the option.

SKB to DWG SKB to PDF SKB to SKP


How to convert another files to SKB file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to SKB file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to SKB conversion, you may use the option.

DXF to SKB


Can't open a SKB 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.SKB”。

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 SKB extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SKB 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 SKB 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 SKB file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a SKB 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 SKB file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the SKB 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.