Terragen Terrain File
General Information
| Title | TER File Extension |
| Extension | .ter |
| Full Form | Terragen Terrain File |
| File Type | 3D Landscape/Environment File |
| Developer | Planetside Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store terrain data |
| Additional Functions | 3D visualization, Rendering |
| Features | Elevation data, Terrain textures |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Landscape Design | Yes |
| Film Pre-visualization | Yes |
| Simulation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1990s |
| Latest Version | Terragen 4 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .tgd, .obj, .3ds |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Terragen Classic |
Free | Windows, Mac |
| Terragen 4 |
Paid, Free Demo | Windows, Mac |