SKP files – What they are, features, how to open them

The SKP files They are a useful tool for three-dimensional design, where they provide multiple details and characteristics to achieve as a final result a magnificent image editing job with spectacular finishes. Now go, look for where to annotate and learn with us what SKP files are.

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SKP Files – What They Mean

The files are three-dimensional models, developed by Last software, but purchased by Google in 2006 to be used in the program SketchUp capable of creating projects giving shadows, depths and textures for more realistic finishes in a very quick and easy way.

Features of SKP files

SKP files have some characteristics that we can highlight over others, below each one in detail to analyze it carefully:

1. They are programs for three-dimensional modeling and design.
2. They create details in depth, in 3D, textures and finishes.
3. Backups can be created in SKB.
4. Quick design resources can be created to speed up work.

Programs that open SKP files

There are many compatible files for editing SKP files, and they are especially useful for working on them simply by Mac o WindowsBelow is a list of programs compatible with these files:

1.- IMSI TurboCAD Pro (Available for Mac and Windows)

It is a rendering program in two dimensions and in three dimensions that has a lot of tools that you can use, characterized by having a lot of tools and ways of learning to be able to gain more experience in handling the program, excellent program for designers, animators and architects, available for 32-bit and 64-bit computers.

2.- Autodesk 3ds Max (Available only for Windows)

It is a program widely used for architectural design, character creation and interior decoration in 3D model in high-quality rendering, having lots of tools at hand to create designs more quickly.

3.- Trimble SketchUp (Available for Mac and Windows)

It is a multifunction program 3D design, dedicated to many work and professional areas such as Architecture Commercial Interiors, Construction Kitchen, Bathroom and Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Residential Construction, Urban Planning, Woodworking and 3D Printing, this has a 30-day free trial and then you can choose the version you want according to the level of professional instruction you have.

4.- Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans (Available only for Windows)

It is a design program also in three dimensions, but this makes it more characteristic for the number of image formats it accepts such as 3ds Max, CINEMA 4D, COLLADA, Maya, IGES, SketchUp, PNG, Photoshop PSD, TIFF and Windows Bitmap. Excellent as a tool to have everything in one.

Can I open a SKP file on my mobile?

You cannot open it directly in SKP format or edit it since these are very heavy and a cell phone with Android o iOS It does not have the ability to open it for editing, the only way is to pass it in video or image format just to be able to view it.

Can an SKP file be sent by email?

Yes, you can send SKP files by mail, but these are usually very heavy due to the number of components, information and image quality in them and it is best that if you are going to transfer or send them to another person, you pass them through a storage unit. hardware removable such as a hard drive or a pendrive to share the information on it, or compress them into a file zip or rar.

How can I compress a SKP file?

You can compress your files in Rar format, to lighten the weight and be able to transfer them from one place to another in a very simple way and without space limitations. First of all you must have WinRAR installed on your PC, if you don't have it yet you can visit https://www.winrar.es/descargas To download the program.

Below, we explain step by step how to compress in WinRAR.

• Step 1. Locate your SKP file that you want to compress.
• Step 2. Right-click on the file.
• Step 3. A series of options will be displayed and you must select by left clicking on “add to FILE NAME.rar”
• Step 4. A new window will then open, where some specific options will appear to compress the SKP file.
• Step 5. Click on accept, the process will load, after a few seconds it will be compressed and ready.

Can an SKP file be sent by email?

Yes, you can send SKP files by email, but these are usually very heavy due to the amount of components, information and image quality in them and it is best that if you are going to transfer or send them to another person, you pass them through a removable hardware unit such as a hard drive or a pendrive to share the information on it, or compress them into a zip or rar file.

What tutorials can I watch to better understand these 3D modeling tools?

There are tons of courses on the Internet that you can take, both free ones that you can learn by yourself on YouTube, and paid ones that give you a certificate that you know how to use those programs.

You have paid learning programs in www.udemy.com At the end of the course you will be issued a certificate of approval accrediting that you know how to properly use this 3D design program where you will be taught to:

1. Design architectural projects.
2. Export projects to different formats.
3. Size any project.
4. Create project elevations.
5. Easily print any project.
6. Present plans in a professional manner.
7. Know the three-dimensional space and its basic options.

There are countless video courses on YouTube teaching you how to properly use AutoCAD. Below we mention the channels and videos that you should follow and watch to improve your skills and acquire more knowledge and design tools.

1. Yoney Gallardo – Complete AutoCAD course.
2. arqMANES – AutoCAD for beginners.
3. GRACO GAMER – How to use AutoCAD from scratch for beginners.
4. Whygs – FREE AUTOCAD 2021 COURSE, complete, practical, in Spanish and FREE.

If you have any further questions or concerns about 3D files or editing in AutoCAD or similar, please leave us a comment letting us know. If you have previous experience in handling it, help others to expand their knowledge by commenting on your experience and suggestions about it. Let's further expand this community of architects, programmers and designers to have more information and help each other.

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Mr. Miguel Velasquez