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Software That Opens & Edits SKP Files (4 Tools, 2026)

SKP is the native file format utilized by Trimble SketchUp, a widely popular 3D modeling application used in architecture, interior design, civil engineering, and video game development. SKP files store 3D models composed of faces and edges (polygon mesh representation) rather than parametric solid kernels. SKP documents are designed for rapid conceptual sketching, supporting custom materials, component libraries, scenes, and geographic styles.

Frequently asked

How do I open and view SKP files for free?
SketchUp offers 'SketchUp Viewer' (available for free on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android) to view and present 3D models. Alternatively, Trimble publishes 'SketchUp Free', a web browser-based modeler that lets you open, view, and make basic edits to SKP files directly without any desktop installation.
How can I import SKP files into other CAD software like Revit or AutoCAD?
Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD support direct SKP imports. When importing into Revit, SKP components are mapped as Revit families, and textures can be customized in the materials editor. Alternatively, you can export SketchUp models to DWG, DXF, or IFC formats to preserve structured metadata.

Full read & write support (2)

  • A
    ArchiCAD CAD software logo
    ArchiCADRead & Write
    from $1800 · Windows / macOS · ★ 4.8

    The BIM software of choice for design-oriented architects.

  • S
    SketchUp CAD software logo
    SketchUpRead & Write
    Freemium · Windows / macOS / Web / Android / iOS · ★ 4.7

    The world's most intuitive 3D design tool for architecture and interiors.

Read-only / viewers (2)

  • R
    Revit CAD software logo
    RevitRead Only
    from $355 · Windows · ★ 4.9

    The de-facto standard for Building Information Modeling (BIM).

  • R3
    Rhino 3D CAD software logo
    Rhino 3DRead Only
    from $995 · Windows / macOS · ★ 4.9

    The industry standard for complex NURBS modeling and computational design.

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