MAXC File Extension

What is MAXC file?

MAXC is a file extension commonly associated with 3ds Max Container Format files. 3ds Max Container Format format was developed by Autodesk. MAXC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. MAXC file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. 3ds Max is by far the most used program for working with MAXC files.

Programs which support MAXC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support MAXC files. MAXC files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with MAXC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening MAXC files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with MAXC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the 3ds Max

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening MAXC files is that no program that can handle MAXC files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download 3ds Max and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit 3ds Max website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of 3ds Max and update if needed

If you already have 3ds Max installed on your systems and MAXC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why MAXC files are not compatible with 3ds Max. The latest version of 3ds Max should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open MAXC files to 3ds Max

If you have the latest version of 3ds Max installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage MAXC on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the MAXC file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where 3ds Max is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MAXC files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected MAXC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MAXC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the MAXC file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MAXC file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the MAXC file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the MAXC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the MAXC file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the MAXC file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic MAXC file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the MAXC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the 3ds Max Container Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run 3ds Max

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with MAXC extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with 3ds Max Container Format files. It may be the case that the MAXC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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