File Extension Library


.SKIN File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Settings Files
  • Format: Text

What are .SKIN files and how to open them?

Can't open .SKIN file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .SKIN file.

What is a .SKIN file extension?

.SKIN file extension is created by Microsoft. .SKIN has been classified as Settings Files. The format of .SKIN file is Text.

.SKIN is ASP.NET Skin File

Skin file used by ASP.NET applications; contains definitions of the visual styles of individual application controls, such as buttons, labels, text boxes, and calendars; can specify colors, fonts, layout styles, and other formatting options; used for changing the look and feel of the Web application.

SKIN files are part of an overall ASP.NET theme. Other files that contribute to a theme are .CSS files, images, and other application resources.

List of all softwares that can open the ASP.NET Skin File
Windows
Microsoft Visual Web Developer
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
File Type 2:

InstallShield Skin File

Developer by: Flexera Category: Settings Files Format: Binary

File used by InstallShield, a program that allows users to create Windows program installers; contains skin data that is used to customize the look and feel of the installer windows; can be generated using a program called InstallShield Skin Customization Kit, which is included with InstallShield products.

The InstallShield Skin Customization Kit program CreateSkinFile.exe may be used to extract SKIN files.

List of all softwares that can open the InstallShield Skin File
Windows
Flexera InstallShield

How to fix problems with .SKIN files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .SKIN files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .SKIN file format
  2. You need to check the .SKIN file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)