Files with 3mf extension can be typically found as 3D models saved in special 3D Manufacturing Format. Used for 3D printing purposes mostly, but users might also save 3D models in this format in the Paint 3D program from Windows.
Software that open 3mf file
3MF file extension - 3D Manufacturing Format
What is 3mf file? How to open 3mf files?
File type specification:
File extension 3mf is mainly associated with a special 3D Manufacturing Format developed by 3MF Consortium, which includes companies such as Microsoft (for OS support), Autodesk, Dassault Systemes.
3MF is an XML-based data format designed for using additive manufacturing, including information about materials, colors, and other information that cannot be represented in the STL format.
Updated: December 31, 2024
The default software associated to open 3mf file:
Company or developer:
Microsoft Corporation
A reimagined classic Paint program from Windows with an updated look and feel and a ton of new brushes and tools. Make 2D masterpieces or 3D models that you can play with from all angles.
Company or developer:
Microsoft Corporation
3D Builder allows users to create models and print in 3D. It opens 3MF, STL, OBJ, PLY, and VRML and save as 3MF, PLY, or STL formats.
List of software applications associated to the .3mf file extension
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and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open 3mf file, edit 3mf file, convert 3mf file, view 3mf file, play 3mf file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
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Software that open 3mf file - 3D Manufacturing Format
Programs supporting the exension 3mf on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for open 3mf file action.
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with 3mf file by default:
Paint 3D
3D Builder
