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CGFX File Extension

The CGFX file extension was created by NVIDIA and is also known as the CgFX Shader File. CGFX is classified as a 3D Image Files and You can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open CGFX files in NVIDIA FX Composer program.

CgFX Shader File Type

CgFX Shader File Type
Extension .cgfx
Developer NVIDIA
Popularity 2.0 (8 Votes)
Mime Type text/x-c
Default Program NVIDIA FX Composer
Category 3D Image Files
Format Text
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a CGFX File Type?

Cg is used specifically to render 3D content on GPUs. Cg stands for Graphics, &" since Cg is based on the popular programming language C.

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CGFX Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the CgFX Shader File .CGFX File Extensions while opening the .CGFX files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open CGFX Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for CgFX Shader File on your system such as NVIDIA FX Composer.
  2. Associate default Nvidia Fx Composer NVIDIA FX Composer program for *.cgfx (CgFX Shader File) files.

    Associate CGFX Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.CGFX (e.g example.cgfx) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Nvidia Fx Composer NVIDIA FX Composer program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .cgfx files.

Related CGFX File Extensions

CGFX default file extension is .CGFX and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for CGFX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the CGFX files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

CGFX file extension icon image.About CGFX - CgFX Shader File

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Updated 7/1/2025