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    • File extension .C3D
    • Dateiendung .C3D
    • .C3Dファイルの拡張子
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    • Extension de archivo .C3D
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How to open file with .C3D extension?

Don’t you know what program to use to convert the .C3D file? Do you want to convert a .C3D file into a different format? Below you will find helpful information.

File extension .C3D

Full Name Developer Category
Coordinate 3D Format N/A Data Files
.C3D

The C3D file extension has been associated with 3D Coordinate Geometry files used to design and create objects in a 3D space. It is usually created with the Maya 3D graphics software package or the AutoCAD design software.

A C3D file uses a set of coordinates to define the object in steps or facets along with a series of guide curves. Each step quite literally adds a layer to the object until has been fully realized. It is also known as a ‘Wire Frame’ file and can be drawn by connecting right angles and curves that cross each other and form three-dimensional objects. The program that creates C3D files allows the characters to be easily edited, altered and combined with other designs.

Related File Types

Other file types related to 3D graphics or model design include .MA, .MB, .MAX, .DWG, .DXF, .STL, .POV, .SAT, and .SLA.

File Metadata

C3Dfile extensions are formatted as binary files containing metadata which defines what types of geometric shapes are being used within the file as well as their size, color, shades and any shading that may be present. Depending on the program that created them, some may include animation properties and textures, whereas others don’t. They can either be exported as text files or rendered as images by a 3D modeling program.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • C3Deditor C3Deditor
  • Visual3D Visual3D
  • Blender Blender
  • Cult3D Cult3D

After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .C3D) 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 .C3D 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 .C3D 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 .C3D 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 .C3D extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .C3D file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.

Other instructions

If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .C3D 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 .C3D file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .C3D file) will be extended to the maximum.

It is also good to check

  • if the .C3D file has no errors
  • or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
In such a case it is best to try to download the .C3D file again from the same source on the Internet (or look for another source). If you received the file from another person, ask this person to re-send it. However, if the file was copied from some media, repeat the copying operation.

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