File Extension Library


.MCFI File Extension

  • Developer by: Autodesk
  • Category: Misc Files

What are .MCFI files and how to open them?

Can't open .MCFI 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 .MCFI file.

What is a .MCFI file extension?

.MCFI file extension is created by Autodesk. .MCFI has been classified as Misc Files.

.MCFI is Maya Initial Fluid Cache File

Cache file created by Autodesk Maya, a 3D modeling program; stores fluid effects, such as liquids, smoke, fire, and clouds in a disk cache so they can be rendered more quickly.

MCFI files can be created by selecting Fluid nCache→Create New Cache within Maya. If multiple fluid objects are selected, fluid caches are created for each of the selected fluid objects.

Playback cache files are saved as .MCFP files.

List of all softwares that can open the Maya Initial Fluid Cache File
Windows
Autodesk Maya 2018
Mac
Autodesk Maya 2018
Linux
Autodesk Maya 2018

How to fix problems with .MCFI files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .MCFI files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .MCFI file format
  2. You need to check the .MCFI file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)