File extension .U3D
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Universal 3D Format | 3D Industry Forum | 3D Image Files |
U3D is a .U3D file format which is developed by Autodesk and standardized by the 3D Industry Forum. This format is primarily used for representing 3D data in a compressed binary format, and it is compatible with several applications that allow 3D objects to be used more widely. This file format enables data interchange between various applications and devices, and can also be used for compressing large 3D models to keep download times reasonable. In addition, this file format can support data elements such as textures, lights, cameras, animations, and normal mapping.
Features
The U3D file extension contains 2 versions: The Classic (V1.x) and the Advanced (V2.x). File formats provide object coordinates in X,Y,Z space with n-pass levels of detail (LOD) resolution from low to high detail; represent vertex colors, normals, UV texture coordinates with GBuffer of up to 10 channels; support sub-object level hierarchy; contain transparency information with vertex and surface ordering; include animation data for objects; contain shading model making smooth transitions possible; use indexed polygonal meshes; and support local coordinate spaces for different objects.
Related File Extensions
.FBX, .3DS, .OBJ, .MAX, .DAE, .STL, .DXF, .DWG, .CATPART, and .IPT are some of the similar file extensions related to U3D.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .U3D) 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 .U3D 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 .U3D 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 .U3D 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 .U3D extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .U3D file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .U3D 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 .U3D file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .U3D file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .U3D 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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