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Basic information about RIB file

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

There are 1 file types using the RIB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the RIB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support RIB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the RIB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the RIB file?
  • How to open a RIB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a RIB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a RIB file?
  • How to convert RIB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to RIB file format?


1.Detail information about RIB file extension: Renderman Interface Bytestream 3D Graphics File

File type Renderman Interface Bytestream 3D Graphics File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RIB file is a Renderman Interface Bytestream 3D Graphics File. The rib file extension is used for a Renderman Interface Bytestream 3D graphics format. Format probably developed by PIXAR.

A rib file consists of ASCII RenderMan language commands in use for 1) transporting a complete scene and frame description to a RenderMan-compliant renderer, or for 2) storing resources. It is not commonly used for moving objects between 3D applications.

RenderMan at its inception over a decade ago was hailed as "the 3D PostScript," and the comparison is still apt.

One a "scene description" and the other a "page description" language, both RenderMan and PostScript literally program their target devices--a 3D renderer or 2D printer, and the user won't see a .rib or .ps file if commands are sent directly to the device.

However, "encapsulated" PostScript (*.ai and *.eps) files are widely employed for graphics interchange, while the RenderMan equivalent--the RIB entity file, has little support.

MIME types:
application/Renderman
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RIB files

Windows		 RenderMan
PolyTrans|CAD+DCC



Can't open a RIB 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.RIB”。

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 RIB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the RIB 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.