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Basic information about XAF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XAF（*.XAF or *.xaf）, 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 XAF file yourself.

There are 5 file types using the XAF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XAF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XAF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XAF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XAF file?
  • How to open a XAF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XAF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XAF file?
  • How to convert XAF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XAF file format?


1.Detail information about XAF file extension: 3ds Max XML Animation File

File type 3ds Max XML Animation File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Autodesk File format XML
Description XAF file is a 3ds Max XML Animation File developed by Autodesk. XML file created by the 3ds Max modeling and animation software; contains motion information for a biped, which is a model with two-feet; enables modelers to accurately capture human and creature movements for video games, movies, and other 3D animations.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XAF files

Windows		 Autodesk 3ds Max 2018
3D Studio Max


2.Detail information about XAF file extension: Cal3D XML Animation File

File type Cal3D XML Animation File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Cal3D File format XML
Description XAF file is a Cal3D XML Animation File developed by Cal3D.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XAF files

Windows		 Cal3dViewer
Cal3d2ogre

Linux		 Cal3D


3.Detail information about XAF file extension: Affirm Deposition Transcript

File type Affirm Deposition Transcript Category Data Files
Developer Web Depo File format N/A
Description XAF file is a Affirm Deposition Transcript developed by Web Depo.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XAF files

Windows		 Web Depo Affirm Transcript Editor


4.Detail information about XAF file extension: Microsoft Active VRML

File type Microsoft Active VRML Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XAF file is a Microsoft Active VRML.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XAF files

Windows		 DirectX


5.Detail information about XAF file extension: CAPCOM Beatdown File

File type CAPCOM Beatdown File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XAF file is a CAPCOM Beatdown File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XAF files

Windows		 Beat Down: Fists of Vengeance



Can't open a XAF 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.XAF”。

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 XAF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XAF 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 XAF 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 XAF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XAF 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 XAF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the XAF 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.