VVD File Extension

What is VVD file?

A file with the .VVD extension stores a three-dimensional image of an element created by a 3D Vivid Minolta scanner in a proprietary format. The 3D image is created by assembling multiple scans conducted by the device into a single three-dimensional mesh. The file format was developed to meet the needs of 3D scanners by Minolta, but it is also supported by software from other companies.

Creation of 3D Image Files in VVD Format

Creating VVD files that contain 3D model elements is a complex, multi-stage process. It is based on the following steps:

1. Performing multiple scans of the object using a 3D scanner, for example, Vivid 910.
2. Assembling the scans into a single entity.
3. Generating a precise mesh that illustrates the object.
4. Saving the element to a file.

Scanning is performed on a Vivid laser scanner and saved on a memory medium in the device or directly on a computer connected by a parallel SCSI-II data bus. Interchangeable lenses, a rotating base, and other scanner accessories can also be used for precise scan creation.

Handling Files with the VVD Extension

.VVD file models can be managed using Minolta's Polygon Editing Tool, abbreviated as PET. A project may contain many elements, as well as scenes loaded from a file with the .SCN extension. Unlike an element, a scene contains information about the view - zoom settings, direction, viewing mode. VVD element files can be saved independently during editing, and also exported to other popular 3D model formats - DXF, Wavefront, Softimage, VRML 2.0, STL, MGF.

Programs which support VVD file extension

Programs that can handle VVD files are as follows. Files with VVD suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 03/11/2024

How to open file with VVD extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VVD files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with VVD extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with VVD files.

Step 1. Install Polygon Editing Tool software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VVD files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Polygon Editing Tool or one of the recommended programs (for example, Geomagic Explorer) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support VVD files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Polygon Editing Tool installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Polygon Editing Tool

You still cannot access VVD files although Polygon Editing Tool is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Polygon Editing Tool installed, it may not support VVD format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Polygon Editing Tool.

Step 3. Assign Polygon Editing Tool to VVD files

After installing Polygon Editing Tool (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open VVD files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the VVD with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Polygon Editing Tool is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open VVD files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the VVD file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with VVD extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper VVD file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the VVD in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the VVD is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the VVD file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with VVD extension is complete and error-free

If the VVD file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with VVD extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Polygon Editing Tool

If the systems has insufficient resources to open VVD files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Vivid 3D Scanner Element Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with VVD files affecting older versions of given software.

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