Files with shader extension are used by the id Tech 3 game engine. This engine is used in some games like Quake 3, Wolfenstein etc.
Software that open shader file
SHADER file extension - Quake 3 Arena id Tech 3 game engine shader file
What is shader file? How to open shader files?
The shader file extension is associated with computer games based on the id Tech 3 game engine, such as Quake 3 Arena, Return to Castle Wolfenstein, Medal of Honor, Call of Duty etc.
The .shader file contains shader properties, like map texture definitions, lightning settings, etc. It is stored in a simple text file format and viewable in a text editor.
The default software associated to open shader file:
Company or developer:
id Software LLC
Quake 3 Arena is very popular multiplayer first person shooter released in 1999. In the single-player mode players fight against computer controlled enemies called bots and is prepared to on-line gaming against real opponents.
List of recommended software applications associated to the .shader 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 shader file, edit shader file, convert shader file, view shader file, play shader file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Unspecified and all other actions for computer programs working with shader file - Quake 3 Arena id Tech 3 game engine shader file
Click on the software link for more information about Quake 3. Quake 3 uses shader file type for its internal purposes and/or also by different way than common edit or open file actions (eg. to install/execute/support an application itself, to store application or user data, configure program etc.).
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with shader file by default:
Quake 3
Other suggested software:
Return to Castle Wolfenstein
Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory
Call of Duty
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault
