File Extension Database

Open SKP File

An SKP file extension is used for SketchUp software, an easy-to-use 3D conceptual design program.

The SKP file is basically a three-dimensional model and contains wireframes, shadows, edge effects, and textures.

SKP files can also store components that can be inserted into your document, while being reusable for other projects.

These SKP file components can be created by the user and can be imported into a document to insert into your model.

SketchUp software has been owned by Trimble since 2012, having passed through Google from 2006 until its sale to Trimble. The software was originally developed by Last Software.

A particular feature of the software, and of the SKP files, is that the created models can be placed in Google Earth or shared with the 3D Warehouse function.

Backup copies made of SKP files are saved as 'SKP Backup', that is, they keep the same extension.

To work with SKP files, you must have the following software installed on your system:

Sketch Up

How Can I Open SKP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open SKP file is to find a SKP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a SKP file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open SKP file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as SKP file opener then try to search online for "SKP viewer", "application to open SKP file" or "open SKP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open SKP file

How Can I Open SKP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a SKP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a SKP file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with SKP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as SKP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open SKP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open SKP file then try to search for "SKP viewer", "application to open SKP file" or "read SKP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read SKP file

How Can I Open SKP File on Android

If you downloaded a SKP file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded SKP file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "SKP".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "SKP viewer", "SKP file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open SKP File on iPhone or iPad

To open SKP File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the SKP file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "SKP". This way you can find apps which can open SKP files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "SKP viewer" or "SKP file" online in your favorite search engine.