File Extension Library


.SKB File Extension

  • Developer by: Trimble
  • Category: Backup Files

What are .SKB files and how to open them?

Can't open .SKB file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .SKB file.

What is a .SKB file extension?

.SKB file extension is created by Trimble. .SKB has been classified as Backup Files.

.SKB is SketchUp Backup Document

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.

SKB files are only created by the Windows version of SketchUp and appear as [filename].skp. The macOS version autosaves models with the ".skp" extension as [filename]~.skp.

SKB files are typically saved in the "My Documents" folder with the original SKP file. However, the location can be changed by selecting Preferences → Files → Models.... SKB files contain the version of the model that was saved before the current version of the model in the SKP file.

If you are having trouble opening the SKB file, you may need to change the extension from ".skb" to ".skp" in order to open it.

SketchUp is primarily used to create 3D models related to architecture, interior design, film, video game design, and mechanical engineering. It is free to download.

List of all softwares that can open the SketchUp Backup Document
Windows
Trimble SketchUp

How to fix problems with .SKB files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .SKB files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .SKB file format
  2. You need to check the .SKB file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)