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Basic information about E3D file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension E3D（*.E3D or *.e3d）, 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 E3D file yourself.

There are 4 file types using the E3D file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the E3D file with their brief description and a list of programs that support E3D file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the E3D file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the E3D file?
  • How to open a E3D file?
  • What programs do I need to open a E3D file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a E3D file?
  • How to convert E3D files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to E3D file format?


1.Detail information about E3D file extension: Macromedia Extreme 3D Object

File type Macromedia Extreme 3D Object Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description E3D file is a Macromedia Extreme 3D Object. The e3d file extension is associated with the Extreme 3D that was a 3D design package developed by Macromedia. The .e3d file stores 3D object.

Macromedia was acquired by Adobe and Extreme 3D was discontinued.

This e3d file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert E3D files


2.Detail information about E3D file extension: Instant3D Project

File type Instant3D Project Category 3D Image Files
Developer SolidWorks Corporation File format N/A
Description E3D file is a Instant3D Project developed by SolidWorks Corporation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert E3D files

Windows		 SolidWorks


3.Detail information about E3D file extension: EDGELIB 3D Data

File type EDGELIB 3D Data Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description E3D file is a EDGELIB 3D Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert E3D files


4.Detail information about E3D file extension: E3.Series Design File

File type E3.Series Design File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description E3D file is a E3.Series Design File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert E3D files

Windows		 E3.series



How to convert E3D files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for E3D files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve E3D to another files conversion, you may use the option.

E3D to DXF


Can't open a E3D 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.E3D”。

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 E3D extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support E3D 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 E3D 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 E3D file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a E3D 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 E3D file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the E3D file is damaged.
  • Whether the E3D file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the E3D file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the E3D file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the E3D file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a E3D file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a E3D file.

If the E3D 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.