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Basic information about MESH file

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

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


1.Detail information about MESH file extension: 3D Mesh Model

File type 3D Mesh Model Category 3D Image Files
Developer Medit File format N/A
Description MESH file is a 3D Mesh Model developed by Medit. 3D model format that stores objects as 3D "mesh" files; creates a digital representation of geometric models by using a collection of polygons to form the surface of each object.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MESH files

Windows		 Medit for Windows

macOS		 Medit for Mac OS X

Linux		 Medit for Linux
TetGen


2.Detail information about MESH file extension: DirectX Mesh File

File type DirectX Mesh File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description MESH file is a DirectX Mesh File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MESH files

Windows		 Microsoft DirectX SDK



How to convert MESH files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for MESH files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve MESH to another files conversion, you may use the option.

MESH to OBJ MESH to STL


Can't open a MESH 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.MESH”。

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 MESH extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MESH 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.