Fix, Download, and Update Sandboxdefaults.ini

Last Updated: 12/10/2023
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Windows Initialization files, such as sandboxdefaults.ini, are considered a type of Settings (Windows Initialization) file. They are associated with the INI file extension, developed by Trimble Inc. for SketchUp 17.2.2555.

The first version of sandboxdefaults.ini was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 02/15/2017 inside SketchUp Make (64-bit) 2017 17.2.2555. The latest version update [v17.2.2555] for SketchUp was 17.2.2555 released on 10/25/2018.

In this article, you will find detailed sandboxdefaults.ini information, a INI file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: sandboxdefaults.ini
File Extension: INI file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Windows Initialization
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: SketchUp 17.2.2555
Developer: Trimble Inc.
Software: SketchUp
Software Version: 17.2.2555
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 84
Oldest File Date: 02/10/2020
Latest File Date: 02/10/2020


What are sandboxdefaults.ini Error Messages?


General sandboxdefaults.ini Runtime Errors

sandboxdefaults.ini file errors often occur during the startup phase of SketchUp, but can also occur while the program is running. These types INI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while SketchUp is running. Here are some of the most common sandboxdefaults.ini runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\SketchUp\SketchUp 2017\Resources\en-US\sandboxdefaults.ini

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most INI errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your sandboxdefaults.ini file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with SketchUp), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, sandboxdefaults.ini file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading SketchUp, system crash while loading or saving sandboxdefaults.ini, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix sandboxdefaults.ini Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your sandboxdefaults.ini issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the sandboxdefaults.ini error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed SketchUp (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling SketchUp software.

You can uninstall SketchUp software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for SketchUp 17.2.2555 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall SketchUp software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

SketchUp 17.2.2555

Trimble Inc.

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many sandboxdefaults.ini error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the sandboxdefaults.ini error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your sandboxdefaults.ini File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate sandboxdefaults.ini file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sandboxdefaults.ini files for every applicable version of SketchUp. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download sandboxdefaults.ini Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate SketchUp folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SketchUp\SketchUp 2017\Resources\en-US\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SketchUp\SketchUp 2017\Resources\en-US\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve sandboxdefaults.ini problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download sandboxdefaults.ini Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sandboxdefaults.ini to your appropriate Windows system directory. Trimble Inc. typically does not release SketchUp INI files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing sandboxdefaults.ini and all other INI files for SketchUp. An incorrectly installed INI file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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sandboxdefaults.ini Windows Initialization SketchUp 17.2.2555 84 C:\Windows\System32\sru\
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