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    • File extension .IGS
    • Dateiendung .IGS
    • .IGSファイルの拡張子
    • Extension de fichier .IGS
    • Extension de archivo .IGS
    • Estensione del file .IGS

How to open file with .IGS extension?

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

File extension .IGS

Full Name Developer Category
IGES ASCII CAD Format N/A CAD Files
.IGS

IGS ( IGS) is an interchange file format, which represents the industry standard for transmitting 3D information between CAD/CAM systems. It has been developed by the Initial Graphics Exchange Specification (IGES), a committee that sets standards for sharing graphical information within various industries. IGS ( IGS) files are also often used as a general-format model for various types of objects in 3D printing software programs. The file extension allows data to be exchanged between different design and manufacturing systems such as CATIA, PRO-E/Creo, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, SketchUp, and Rhino.

Features of IGS Files

The IGS file format uses the hierarchical data structure composed of various elements such as lines, arcs, circles, surfaces, and other 3D elements. Each element can contain additional information, parameters, restrictions, and relationships with other elements. The data represented in the file is described by a set of numerical parameters organized by data type and order. This allows the recipient to generate a "Smart" object from the IGS information which can be integrated into their own 3D modeling system.

The most popular file extensions for 3D models include STL, 3MF, OBJ, VRML, IGS) files are generally preferred over other formats because they represent a larger set of features and attributes. A well prepared IGS model with solid topology will allow for fewer issues when importing to other systems, compared to other formats.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • TurboCAD TurboCAD
  • AutoCAD AutoCAD
  • Vectorworks Vectorworks
  • Canvas Canvas
  • AutoVue AutoVue
  • CATIA CATIA
  • SolidWorks SolidWorks
  • ABViewer ABViewer
  • ZEMAX ZEMAX
  • 3D Object Converter 3D Object Converter
Programs for MAC system
  • TurboCAD TurboCAD
  • FreeCAD FreeCAD
Programs for LINUX system
  • FreeCAD FreeCAD

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

Other instructions

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

It is also good to check

  • if the .IGS 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 .IGS 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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  • File extension .IGES
  • File extension .IGP
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Conversion of a IGS file

  • IGS to DWG
  • IGS to 3DMAP
  • IGS to 3DV
  • IGS to 3DXML
  • IGS to ASAT
  • IGS to ASC
  • IGS to CATDRAWING
  • IGS to CAD
  • IGS to CATPART
  • IGS to CATPRODUCT
  • IGS to CGR
  • IGS to DFT
  • IGS to DFX
  • IGS to DGN
  • IGS to DWF
  • IGS to DXF
  • IGS to DXF
  • IGS to EASM
  • IGS to EDRW
  • IGS to FCSTD
  • IGS to HPG
  • IGS to IDW
  • IGS to IFC
  • IGS to 3DS
  • IGS to OBJ
  • IGS to PDF
  • IGS to STEP
  • IGS to STL
  • IGS to PRT
  • IGS to SLDPRT
  • IGS to STP
  • IGS to IPT
  • IGS to JT
  • IGS to JT
  • IGS to MAX
  • IGS to PAR
  • IGS to SAB
  • IGS to SAT
  • IGS to TCW
  • IGS to U3D
  • IGS to VDA
  • IGS to VRL
  • IGS to VRML
  • IGS to VWX
  • IGS to NC1
  • IGS to XGL
  • IGS to RVM
  • IGS to EPRT
  • IGS to A3S
  • IGS to AD_PRT
  • IGS to SHE
  • IGS to DEA
  • IGS to AI
  • IGS to DAE
  • IGS to EPS
  • IGS to FBX
  • IGS to JPEG
  • IGS to JPG
  • IGS to SVG
  • IGS to X_T
  • IGS to IGES
  • IGS to SLDASM
  • IGS to WRL
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