File extension .3DS
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 3D Studio MAX Graphics Format | Autodesk | 3D Image Files |
The .3DS is a 3D image file format used by the 3D Studio Scene software for creating and storing three-dimensional graphics. It is one of the most popular formats in 3D modeling, allowing a variety of programs to generate and view three-dimensional models quickly and with minimal error. The 3DS format is designed to make it easy for users to read, store, and modify 3D models.
The 3DS file format can be used for various purposes, including saving textured and polygon model data, objects, and scenes. It contains information about lights, cameras, materials, meshes, bones, surfaces, textures, as well as animation frames. It supports the most popular image formats such as JPG, BMP, TIF and DDS as textures which can be assigned to surfaces. The object layers such as polygons and other shapes can be edited by modifying their properties in the file. This allows for much more accurate manipulation than in other more limited file formats.
Similar File Extensions
In addition to .3DS several similar file extensions are associated with 3D computer graphics and animation including: .3DX, .DAE, .COB, .OBJ, .AC3D, and .XAF.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .3DS) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .3DS extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .3DS file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .3DS extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .3DS extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .3DS file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .3DS file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .3DS file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .3DS file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .3DS file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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