.SKY File Extension

SKY files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Emulated Skylander Character or Item

When a Skylander saved as a SKY file levels up or collects coins, that progress saves to the file. This allows players to load leveled-up Skylanders in different games and emulators. To open a SKY fil...

General Information

Title .SKY File Extension
Extension .sky
Full Form Skylander Character File
File Type Game Data File
Developer Activision
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store character data
Additional Functions Track progress, Store upgrades
Features Encrypted, Unique to character

File Characteristics

Quality Game-dependent
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Gaming Yes
Character Backup Yes
Character Sharing Limited

Security and Practices

Security Risks Tampering, Cheating
Best Practices Regular backups, Use official software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2011
Latest Version Varies with game

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .bin (NFC), .sav (Save File)

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Skylanders Character Creator Free with game Console-native
Skylanders Game Software Free with game Various consoles, PC

Type 2: Photoshop Sky Replacement Preset

Photoshop has a new Sky Replacement tool. It lets you easily change the sky in a photo with one click. Photoshop automatically creates a mask and replaces the sky. You can adjust settings and add pres...

General Information

Title .SKY File Extension
Extension .sky
Full Form Photoshop Sky Replacement Preset
File Type Preset File
Developer Adobe Systems
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store presets
Additional Functions Facilitate sky replacement
Features Predefined settings, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality High-resolution
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Photo Editing Yes
Graphic Design Yes
Digital Art Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Verified sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Photoshop 2020
Latest Version Photoshop 2023

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .psd, .asl, .aco

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Photoshop Subscription Windows, Mac