.3DS File Extension
- Developer by: Autodesk
- Category: 3D Image Files
- Format: Binary
What are .3DS files and how to open them?
Can't open .3DS file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .3DS file.
What is a .3DS file extension?
.3DS file extension is created by Autodesk. .3DS has been classified as 3D Image Files. The format of .3DS file is Binary.
.3DS is 3D Studio Scene
A 3DS file is a 3D image format used by Autodesk 3D Studio. It contains mesh data, material attributes, bitmap references, smoothing group data, viewport configurations, camera locations, and lighting information. 3DS files may also include object animation data.
3DS files consist of blocks of data called "chunks" that contain an ID and length description. Chunks store the shapes, lighting, a viewing information that together represent the three-dimensional scene.
NOTE: The 3DS format has been replaced by .MAX files in newer versions of the 3ds Max software. However, the 3DS format is still widely used.
List of all softwares that can open the 3D Studio Scene
| Windows | | Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 | | IMSI TurboCAD Pro | | Trimble SketchUp | | MeshLab | | MAXON Cinema 4D | | pmG messiahStudio | | CADSoftTools ABViewer | | Adobe Photoshop CC 2019 | | GLC_Player | |
| Mac | | IMSI TurboCAD Deluxe | | Trimble SketchUp | | Cheetah3D | | MeshLab | | MAXON Cinema 4D | | pmG messiahStudio | | Adobe Photoshop CC 2019 | | GLC_Player | |
File Type 2 Nintendo 3DS ROM
Category: Game Files
Game file used by emulators for the Nintendo 3DS handheld console system, which includes Citra and TronDS; contains a copy of the data from an original game cartridge and can be played on a PC with supporting emulation software.
Some examples of 3DS emulators include TronDS and Citra.
List of all softwares that can open the Nintendo 3DS ROM