Basic information about MEL file

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

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


1.Detail information about MEL file extension: Maya Embedded Language File

File type Maya Embedded Language File Category Executable Files
Developer Autodesk File format N/A
Description MEL file is a Maya Embedded Language File developed by Autodesk. Script file containing code written in the Maya Embedded Language (MEL); developed for Maya 3D modeling and animation software; can be used to create macros and custom actions that speed up repetitive tasks.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MEL files

Windows		 Autodesk Maya 2018

macOS		 Autodesk Maya 2018

Linux		 Autodesk Maya 2018



Can't open a MEL 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.MEL”。

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 MEL extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MEL 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.