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MAX File Extension

MAX file extension is created by Autodesk, also known as 3ds Max Scene File. MAX has been classified as Common File Types. This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open MAX files in Nuance PaperPort program.



3ds Max Scene File Type

3ds Max Scene File Type
Extension .max
Developer Autodesk
Popularity 5.0 (988 Votes)
Mime Type application/mathematica
Default Program Nuance PaperPort
Category Common File Types
Format Binary
Updated 11/1/2024

What is a MAX File Type?

The MAX files are used to develop professional game graphics, cinema and television. You can export the MAX file in different formats, including .FBX, .AI, .DWG, .DXF, .SIGS, .SAT, .STL, and d' other.NOTE: 3ds Max was previously known as 3D Studio MAX, which also recorded scenes using the ".max ". You can export scenes to .3DS files in the latest version of the 3ds Max software.



Free online MAX Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .MAX (3ds Max Scene File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to MAX, merge, split and compare the MAX files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.



MAX Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the 3ds Max Scene File .MAX=8880 File Extensions while opening the .MAX=8880 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open MAX Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for 3ds Max Scene File on your system such as Nuance PaperPort.
  2. Associate default Nuance Nuance PaperPort program for *.max (3ds Max Scene File) files.

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

    Associate MAX Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.MAX (e.g example.max) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Nuance Nuance PaperPort program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Nuance PaperPort extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related MAX File Extensions

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



All Platform Software Programs for MAX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the MAX 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open MAX File on Windows

Software License Developer
Autodesk 3ds Max image. Autodesk 3ds Max 2020 for Windows Commercial Autodesk
Kofax OmniPage image. Kofax OmniPage ULTIMATE 19 for Windows Commercial Kofax
Nuance PaperPort image. Nuance PaperPort 14 for Windows Commercial Nuance
Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans image. Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans 5 for Windows Commercial Okino Computer Graphics
PS2 Save Builder image. PS2 Save Builder 000 for Windows Free PS2 Save Builder
XnSoft XnViewMP image. XnSoft XnViewMP 0.93 for Windows Freeware XnSoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MAX File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Autodesk 3ds Max image. Autodesk 3ds Max 2020 for MacOs Commercial Autodesk
Nuance OmniPage Pro X image. Nuance OmniPage Pro X 1 for MacOs Commercial Nuance
XnSoft XnViewMP image. XnSoft XnViewMP 0.93 for MacOs Freeware XnSoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MAX file on Linux

Software License Developer
XnSoft XnViewMP image. XnSoft XnViewMP 0.93 for Linux Freeware XnSoft

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MAX file on Web

Software License Developer
Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans image. Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans 5 for Web Commercial Okino Computer Graphics

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MAX file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MAX file on Android

Software License Developer

About Licensing

  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.

MAX file extension icon image.About MAX - 3ds Max Scene File

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Updated 11/1/2024


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