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Basic information about STYLE file

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

There are 2 file types using the STYLE file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the STYLE file with their brief description and a list of programs that support STYLE file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the STYLE file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the STYLE file?
  • How to open a STYLE file?
  • What programs do I need to open a STYLE file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a STYLE file?
  • How to convert STYLE files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to STYLE file format?


1.Detail information about STYLE file extension: SketchUp Style

File type SketchUp Style Category Settings Files
Developer Trimble File format Binary
Description STYLE file is a SketchUp Style developed by Trimble. Sketch style that can be applied to a drawing created with Google SketchUp, a 3D modeling program; examples include wavy pencil lines, graphite stick marks, or quick pen strokes; often used to make a CAD model look hand-drawn.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert STYLE files

Windows		 Trimble SketchUp
Trimble Style Builder

macOS		 Trimble SketchUp
Trimble Style Builder


2.Detail information about STYLE file extension: ArcGIS Style Manager File

File type ArcGIS Style Manager File Category GIS Files
Developer ESRI File format N/A
Description STYLE file is a ArcGIS Style Manager File developed by ESRI.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert STYLE files

Windows		 ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop



Can't open a STYLE 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.STYLE”。

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 STYLE extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the STYLE 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.