STYLE files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: SketchUp Style
File Function
| Primary Function |
Customize appearance |
| Additional Functions |
Save, apply styles |
| Features |
Visual presets, Theming |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Configurable |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
Yes |
| Editable |
Yes, with SketchUp |
Use Cases
| Architecture |
Yes |
| Engineering |
Yes |
| Interior Design |
Yes |
| Educational |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low |
| Best Practices |
Regular updates, Style management |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.skb, .skp, .layout |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 SketchUp |
Free, Paid versions |
Windows, Mac |
Type 2: ArcGIS Style Manager File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store symbols |
| Additional Functions |
Store colors, Store map elements |
| Features |
Customizable, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Highly structured |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
Varies |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| Geospatial Analysis |
Yes |
| Map Design |
Yes |
| Data Visualization |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low risk |
| Best Practices |
Regular backups, Version control |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.mxd, .sxd, .lyr, .gdb |
ArcGIS Desktop