Basic information about 3D file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension 3D(*.3D or *.3d), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the 3D file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the 3D file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the 3D file with their brief description and a list of programs that support 3D file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the 3D file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the 3D file?
  • How to open a 3D file?
  • What programs do I need to open a 3D file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a 3D file?
  • How to convert 3D files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to 3D file format?


1.Detail information about 3D file extension: Stereo CAD-3D Image File

File type Stereo CAD-3D Image File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description 3D file is a Stereo CAD-3D Image File. Three-dimensional image used by Atari Stereo CAD-3D, a program for Atari ST systems; stores 3D objects using the Motorola Fast Floating Point library (LIBF) for vertex coordinates; used as an earlier format for 3D animations.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 3D files

Windows
quick3D


2.Detail information about 3D file extension: Survex 3D Cavern File

File type Survex 3D Cavern File Category GIS Files
Developer The Survex Project File format N/A
Description 3D file is a Survex 3D Cavern File developed by The Survex Project.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 3D files

Windows
Survex
Therion
3D Object Converter
ACDSee Photo Manager
Actify DesignShare
Cadwork 3D
quick3D
SpinFire
VersaCAD
XnView

macOS
Survex

Linux
Survex



How to convert 3D files to another file format?

There are 5 records in our database eligible for 3D files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve 3D to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to 3D file format?

There are 4 records in our database eligible for another files to 3D file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to 3D conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a 3D file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.3D”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the 3D extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support 3D file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of 3D files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a 3D file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a 3D file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a 3D file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the 3D file is damaged.
  • Whether the 3D file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the 3D file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the 3D file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the 3D file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a 3D file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a 3D file.

If the 3D file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.