General Information
File Function
| Title | File Function |
| Primary Function | 3D Model Storage |
| Additional Functions | Texture Mapping, Animation Data |
File Characteristics
| Title | File Characteristics |
| Quality | High polygon |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Material dependent |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Title | Use Cases |
| Game Development | Yes |
| Film Production | Yes |
| 3D Printing | Yes |
| Virtual Reality | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Title | Security and Practices |
| Security Risks | Embedded Scripts |
| Best Practices | Virus Scanning, File Validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Title | Historical/Version Information |
| Initial Release | Early 1980s |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Title | Associated Types |
| Similar Extensions | .3ds, .fbx, .stl, .dae |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Title |
||
 Blender |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Autodesk Maya |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |