.CAT4D File Extension

Cinema 4D Catalog File

CAT4D is a file extension for Cinema 4D Catalog files. The Cinema 4D Catalog file format was created by MAXON Computer GmbH. It is compatible with software that works on Windows. The CAT4D file format...

General Information

Title CAT4D File Extension
Extension .cat4d
Full Form Cinema 4D Catalog File
File Type 3D Model File
Developer MAXON Computer GmbH
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store 3D models
Additional Functions Contain textures, animations
Features High precision, Complex structures

File Characteristics

Quality High-resolution
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Film Industry Yes
Game Development Yes
Graphic Design Yes
Virtual Reality Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks File corruption
Best Practices Regular backups, Use trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Cinema 4D S24 (2021)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .c4d, .3ds, .obj, .dae

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Cinema 4D Paid Windows, Mac
Blender Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Unity Free, Paid tiers Windows, Mac, Linux