.STEP File Extension
What are .STEP files and how to open them?
Can't open .STEP 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 .STEP file.
What is a .STEP file extension?
.STEP file extension has been classified as 3D Image Files.
.STEP is STEP 3D Model
A STEP file is a 3D model file formatted in STEP (Standard for the Exchange of Product Data), an ISO standard exchange format. It contains three-dimensional data in a format that can be recognized by multiple programs.
In the CAD industry it can be difficult to share models between users with different CAD systems. The STEP format was developed as a solution to this problem. It is designed to be used similarly to how the .PDF format is used for saving documents in a widely supported format. You would most likely see the file when it is sent to you by another CAD user sharing a 3D model that you can view using different CAD software.
NOTE: The STEP format is STEP model files often use the .STP file extension.
List of all softwares that can open the STEP 3D Model
| Windows | | Dassault Systemes SolidWorks |
| IMSI TurboCAD Pro |
| Autodesk Fusion 360 |
| Kubotek USA KeyCreator |
| Dassault Systemes CATIA |
| Siemens Solid Edge |
| SpaceClaim Engineer |
| FreeCAD |
| CADSoftTools ABViewer |
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| Mac | | IMSI TurboCAD Deluxe |
| FreeCAD |
| Autodesk Fusion 360 |
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| Linux | | Dassault Systemes CATIA |
| FreeCAD |
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