How to open 3DXML files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems
When you encounter a problem with an unknown 3DXML file and you do not know how to open such file, the first step you should take is to determine the cause of given problem. We will show you how to address most common problems with 3DXML files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.
3DXML File Extension
- File type Dassault Systemes 3D XML Format
- File developer Dassault Systemes
- File category 3D Image Files
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What is a(n) 3DXML file?
3DXML (Dassault Systemes 3D XML Format) is a 3D file format developed by Dassault Systemes and used to store information related to 3D objects. This file format is based on the XML language, which makes it human readable and allows its content to be easily accessed and manipulated. It can contain information such as the geometric description of a 3D object, its material characteristics, lighting settings, animation instructions and more.
Being the native file format of Dassault Systemes' Catia software suite, it is widely used for CAD data exchange in many industries. It is also possible to convert 3DXML files to more popular formats like OBJ or STL for further processing or conversion to a standard 3D printing file format.
How to open 3DXML file?
In some cases problems may occur when trying to open 3DXML files. Steps listed below can be helpful in addressing such problems.
Step 1 – Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
The first thing user should do is to associate application with 3DXML files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports 3DXML files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with 3DXML files. In order to associate such files with given application, user must open the file menu (by right-clicking on the file) and choosing "Open with". A list of suggested applications will be displayed at the top part of menu. Next, select an application and confirm your choice by checking "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" option. Confirm your selection by clicking OK.
In order to open 3DXML file, focus on steps 1 and 2
In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with 3DXML extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.
Step 2 – Install a program that supports 3DXML files
Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting 3DXML files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:
Programs that support files with 3DXML extension
Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors
- Corrupted storage medium on which the 3DXML file is stored
- File data corruption or incompleteness (for example, due to incomplete download or copy process). In such case the file must be re-downloaded or properly copied and then opened again.
- Compatibility issues – check whether 3DXML extension is compatible with user’s operating system
- Administrative policy settings may prevent user from opening given file
Step 4 – Contact an expert
If you are still unable to open 3DXML file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports 3DXML files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.
