SKPKMZ filename suffix is mostly used for SketchUp Data Format files. Files with SKPKMZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. SKPKMZ file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. SketchUp supports SKPKMZ files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. SketchUp software was developed by Trimble Navigation Limited, and on its official website you may find more information about SKPKMZ files or the SketchUp software program.
The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with SKPKMZ files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with SKPKMZ extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.
Updated: 04/21/2020
Problems with accessing SKPKMZ may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to SketchUp Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.
The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SKPKMZ files is that no program that can handle SKPKMZ files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the SketchUp developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit SketchUp website and download the installer.
If you already have SketchUp installed on your systems and SKPKMZ files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why SKPKMZ files are not compatible with SketchUp. The most recent version of SketchUp is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SKPKMZ files with latest version of SketchUp you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Selecting the first-choice application in Windows
Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS
If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SKPKMZ file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.
Should it happed that the SKPKMZ is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the SKPKMZ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SKPKMZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.
If the SKPKMZ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the SKPKMZ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.
Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
If the systems has insufficient resources to open SKPKMZ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.
Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with SketchUp Data Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SKPKMZ files.
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