.BLEND1 File Extension

Blender Backup File

A blend1 file is a backup file saved by Blender. It has the original filename with a number that increases with each save. By default, Blender saves one backup. This article explains what .blend1 file...

General Information

Title .BLEND1 File Extension
Extension .blend1
Full Form Blender Backup File
File Type 3D Model Backup File
Developer Blender Foundation
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Backup file
Additional Functions Data recovery
Features Auto-saved, Sequential

File Characteristics

Quality High fidelity
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

3D Modeling Yes
Animation Yes
Visual Effects Yes
Game Development Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular saves, Version control

Historical/Version Information

Introduced With Blender 2.5x
Feature Updates Periodic, With Blender

Associated Types

Primary Type .blend
Similar Extensions .blend2, .blend3

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Blender Free Windows, Mac, Linux