There are 7 other file types using
the ASC file extension!
.asc - ASCII text
.asc - PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) signature
.asc - Adobe Flash ActionScript communications scripts
.asc - Apohysis script
.asc - Atlantis Word Processor spellchecker data
.asc - Atari Jaguar sound patch
.asc - LTspice circuit schematic
ASC file extension - 3D Studio Max 3D ASCII scene
What is asc file? How to open asc files?
The asc file extension is associated with 3D Studio Max, one of the most widely-used 3D animation programs, developed by Autodesk, Inc.
The asc files contain 3D scenes (geometric points and shapes) in ASCII text format and can be readable in any text editor, but to view the 3D scene, file has to be opened in the 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD or other CAD application, that supports ASC file format.
ASC file format was developed by Autodesk for easier interchange of the 3D data between 3D modeling applications.
The default software associated to open asc file:
Company or developer:
Autodesk, Inc.
A popular 3D animation software, 3ds Max (previously known as 3D Studio Max) is used by professional to create stunning 3D content. It contains modeling capabilities, flexible plug-in architecture, scripting language, etc. It is mostly used by computer game developers. It is also used to create movie visual effects. 3ds Max is only for Microsoft Windows.
List of software applications associated to the .asc file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open asc file, edit asc file, convert asc file, view asc file, play asc file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
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Software that open asc file - 3D Studio Max 3D ASCII scene
Programs supporting the exension asc on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for open asc file action.
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with asc file by default: 3ds Max (3D Studio Max)
Other suggested software: AutoCAD