What is a .SBP file?
The .SBP file extension is used for a type of file called an OpenSBP CNC Program File. This file is not an image but is related to CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines, which are used to cut, carve, and shape materials like wood or metal based on computer instructions. The OpenSBP format is specifically designed for these instructions, making it possible for different CNC machines to understand and execute the designs.
Originally, the .SBP format was created by a company called ShopBot Tools, but now it's looked after by a group of CNC tool manufacturers known as the OpenSBP Group. This group works together to make sure the format works well across different types of CNC machines.
Despite the description mentioning Sketchbook Express, an iOS app for drawing and painting, this seems to be a mix-up. Sketchbook Express does allow users to create and save images, and it can store these images in iCloud, Apple's storage and sharing service. However, this is unrelated to the .SBP file extension for CNC programs.
To open an .SBP file, you would need software that is compatible with CNC programming and understands the OpenSBP format. This would not include drawing or sketching apps like Autodesk SketchBook or Sketchbook Express for iOS, as those are designed for creating and editing images, not for CNC programming. Instead, you would use specialized CNC software or tools that support the OpenSBP format to open and work with .SBP files.
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