File extension .SK2
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ACD/ChemSketch Drawing Format | Advanced Chemistry Development | Vector Image Files |
The SK2 file extension is associated with the ChemSketch which is a drawing tool for 2D Chemical Structures.
This file format is developed by the ACD/Labs software company and this platform specializes in digital content creation from molecules, materials, reactions, and spectra, enabling scientists and researchers to create and manage laboratory research and development data.
Specifically, SK2 files are created by the ChemSketch application and were designed for drawing chemistry related structures including atoms, bonds, partial charges, crystallographic symbols, drawing colors etc. Structures are drawn in a canvas or worksheet where you can add elements, change color & size of objects. Besides representing structure in a picture format you can also access information like partial charges of individual atoms or mass of a particular atom in the structure.
Additionally to SK2, the ChemSketch application handles other related formats like .SDF, .MSI, or .CDX. Each of these formats carry their own advantages in which they specialize in simple sketching for quickly created drawings with minimal effort or other formats like .MOL are used to transfer and load complex chemical structures from scientific literature into the software.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .SK2) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .SK2 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .SK2 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .SK2 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .SK2 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .SK2 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .SK2 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .SK2 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .SK2 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .SK2 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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