File Extension Database

Open 3DL File

3DL is a file extension commonly associated with a native LightConverse 3D format.

3D design, described by LightConverse, is the use of 3D software to create a mathematical representation of a three-dimensional object or shape.

The created object is called a 3D model, and it is saved in a 3DL file.

These three-dimensional models are used for computer generated design.

3D design is used in a variety of industries to help artists develop, communicate, document, analyze, and share their ideas.

LightConverse 3D is 3D design software, intended for visualizing and integrating lighting, Video, 3D Mapping, Laser, Water Effects, Pyrotechnics, Moving Objects, and Object Tracking within a Photo-Realistic, Real-Time, 3D View.

Basically, the 3DL file is a 3D model that is used within the original design planned by LightConverse.

Software to open and work with a 3DL file

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How Can I Open 3DL File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open 3DL file is to find a 3DL file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a 3DL file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open 3DL file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as 3DL file opener then try to search online for "3DL viewer", "application to open 3DL file" or "open 3DL file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open 3DL file

How Can I Open 3DL File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a 3DL file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a 3DL file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with 3DL file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as 3DL file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open 3DL file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open 3DL file then try to search for "3DL viewer", "application to open 3DL file" or "read 3DL file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read 3DL file

How Can I Open 3DL File on Android

If you downloaded a 3DL file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded 3DL file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "3DL".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "3DL viewer", "3DL file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open 3DL File on iPhone or iPad

To open 3DL File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the 3DL file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "3DL". This way you can find apps which can open 3DL files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "3DL viewer" or "3DL file" online in your favorite search engine.