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How to open BLEND1 files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems

When you encounter a problem with an unknown BLEND1 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 BLEND1 files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.

  1. 1. BLEND1 File Extension
  2. 2. How to open BLEND1 file?
    1. 2.1 Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
    2. 2.2 Install a program that supports BLEND1 files
      1. 2.2.1 Programs that support files with BLEND1 extension
    3. 2.3 Check for other possible causes of errors
    4. 2.4 Contact an expert
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BLEND1 File Extension

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  • File type Blender Document Backup Format
  • File developer Blender
  • File category Backup Files
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How to open BLEND1 file?

In some cases problems may occur when trying to open BLEND1 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 BLEND1 files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports BLEND1 files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with BLEND1 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 BLEND1 file, focus on steps 1 and 2

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In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with BLEND1 extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.

Step 2 – Install a program that supports BLEND1 files

Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting BLEND1 files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:

Programs that support files with BLEND1 extension

Windows programs
Windows
MAC OS programs
MAC OS
Linux programs
Linux

Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors

  • Corrupted storage medium on which the BLEND1 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 BLEND1 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 BLEND1 file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports BLEND1 files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.

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