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Basic information about JAS file

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

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


1.Detail information about JAS file extension: Cheetah3D Model File

File type Cheetah3D Model File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Cheetah3D File format Binary
Description JAS file is a Cheetah3D Model File developed by Cheetah3D. 3D model file created by Cheetah3D, a 3D modeling, rendering, and animation program for Mac; contains three-dimensional objects, visual effects, and animation properties; often used for digital art.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JAS files

Windows		 Unity Technologies Unity

macOS		 Cheetah3D
Unity Technologies Unity

Linux		 Unity Technologies Unity


2.Detail information about JAS file extension: Paint Shop Pro Compressed Graphic

File type Paint Shop Pro Compressed Graphic Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description JAS file is a Paint Shop Pro Compressed Graphic.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JAS files

Windows		 Corel PaintShop Pro 2018



Can't open a JAS 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.JAS”。

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 JAS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the JAS 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.