Free Online PLY to SKP Converter

Here is our free to use PLY to SKP 3D model converter tool that will take your PLY file and convert it to the SKP format ready for loading into your favourite 3D modeling package. Our 3D model converter supports batch processing of your files and can convert up to 20 PLY files at one time.

Select File(s)

Drag and drop your files here to upload or click the button above.
A maximum of 20 files can be converted at once.

Please note: Your PLY file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted PLY file file before this time.

The PLY to SKP model conversion tool will analyse your PLY file and convert its 3D mesh data including vertices, surfaces and where applicable vector normals and texture coordinates to the SKP format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original PLY 3D model file.

File information for PLY and SKP

Full Name	Stanford Triangle Format
Extension	PLY
Type	3D Model/Point Cloud
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Text

The PLY file format, commonly referred to as the Stanford Triangle Format, is a 3D file format that comes in either plain text or binary formats. The PLY format is a mature format and is supported by many popular 3D editing applications.

Due to its ability to handle full-color 3D point clouds, the format is commonly used as a medium of exchange when working with 3D scanners. There are also many 3D models available online in the PLY format.

PLY Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the PLY format, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted file.

Full Name	SketchUp
Extension	SKP
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

A SKP file is the native file format used by the SketchUp 3D modeling application. The SketchUp application started out in 2000 and has been maintained with newer versions featuring improved features ever since.

Other than SketchUp itself, support for opening SKP files within other 3D model editors is limited. There is a C++ API to help developers integrate the format into their own code and build extensions for SketchUp.

Mesh Geometry

The SketchUp SKP format supports mesh geometry composed of vertices and faces. There is also support for texture coordinates and other advanced 3D content.

SKP Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the PLY and SKP formats, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted SKP file.

How to Convert your PLY to SKP?

Here are two steps to convert your PLY to SKP using our free PLY converter tool.

Upload your PLY file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the PLY file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your SKP

Click the download link to receive your SKP file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my PLY to SKP?

First, click the "Select File" button and choose your PLY file. We will upload and convert your PLY file. Once the conversion from PLY to SKP completes, use the provided link to download your SKP file.

How long does it take to convert my PLY file to SKP?

We aim to process all PLY to SKP file conversions as soon as possible; this should take around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer for larger files.

Is the PLY format suitable for 3D printing?

No. Most 3D printing slicer software will not support the PLY format. It is recommended to convert your PLY file to the STL format if you wish to 3D print it.