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

How to open file with .MAX extension?

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

File extension .MAX

Full Name Developer Category
3D Studio Max Scene Format Autodesk 3D Image Files
.MAX

The MAX ( .MAX) file extension is associated with 3ds Max, a popular computer graphics program which is part of the Autodesk Media and Entertainment Collection. The MAX files are scene files saved by 3ds Max, providing users with a variety of 3d models, animation settings, materials, lights, objects, cameras and ambient settings.

The MAX file extension is a native file format that saves data from 3ds Max Design scenes. It contains information about all the elements of the scene such as objects, textures, lighting system, resource library, animation parameters and other settings. Furthermore, MAX files often contain animation snapshots which can be accessed by double clicking the MAX file inside the 3ds Max program. It also stores rendered images and photometric lighting data.

Digital Rendering and Animation

The versatile functionality of 3ds Max provides users with extended production control in digital media. Utilizing its high-end rendering engine, users are able to create advanced visual effects for video games, movies and other digital projects. 3ds Max supports a variety of texture formats such as Photoshop, Tiff and JPEG. Additionally, the program can be used to model detailed characters and other three-dimensional objects in realistic environments.

Extension Details

MAX files are most commonly used for 3D modeling projects and animation settings. Other similar file extensions include .MA, .MB, .MTL, .OBJ and .FBX. These files are also used for creating, exporting and importing animations into various applications.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • 3D Studio Max 3D Studio Max

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

Other instructions

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

It is also good to check

  • if the .MAX 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 .MAX 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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Conversion of a MAX file

  • MAX to 3DS
  • MAX to JPG
  • MAX to ASE
  • MAX to BLEND
  • MAX to C4D
  • MAX to FBX
  • MAX to IES
  • MAX to DWG
  • MAX to OBJ
  • MAX to PDF
  • MAX to SKP
  • MAX to STL
  • MAX to CATPART
  • MAX to IGS
  • MAX to SLDPRT
  • MAX to X
  • MAX to PLY
  • MAX to A3S
  • MAX to 3DM
  • MAX to AI
  • MAX to DAE
  • MAX to DXF
  • MAX to IGES
  • MAX to JPEG
  • MAX to STEP
  • MAX to STP
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