File Extension Database

Open FBX File

The FBX extension files are stored in a file format that is responsible for maintaining all the elements, functionality and information of the original 3D design file, so it serves as an auxiliary file to work in a shared and simultaneous way between several content creation applications 3D from different developers.

There are many programs that can be used when dealing with this type of three-dimensional elements, such as FBX files. At the same time that there are several formats with which we can work in these environments.

Therefore, an FBX file can be converted from one software to another, sharing compatibility with the most common 3D, DXF, OBJ, DAE or 3DS file formats.

To view, open, create, edit and operate on an FBX file, we can use the following programs:

AutoDesk FBX Viewer

This is a free FBX file viewing tool from AutoDesk. This is a cross-platform program available for Windows, MacOS, and iOS.

ClockStone FBX Viewer

This is another very light and free FBX file viewer for Windows that is also very easy to use and supports various 3D file formats, in addition to the aforementioned FBX.

Paint3D

This program is integrated into Microsoft's system, Windows 10, it allows us to view FBX files in Windows and represents an evolution of Paint.

Blender

Blender is open source 3D infographic software that is also used to create 3D models, visual effects, animations, and interactive 3D applications.

Below the respective links:

Frequently associated Windows objects:

DWGTrueViewFBXFile

How Can I Open FBX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open FBX file is to find a FBX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a FBX 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 FBX 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 FBX file opener then try to search online for "FBX viewer", "application to open FBX file" or "open FBX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open FBX file

How Can I Open FBX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a FBX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a FBX 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 FBX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as FBX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open FBX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open FBX file then try to search for "FBX viewer", "application to open FBX file" or "read FBX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read FBX file

How Can I Open FBX File on Android

If you downloaded a FBX 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 FBX 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 "FBX".
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 "FBX viewer", "FBX 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 FBX File on iPhone or iPad

To open FBX 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 FBX 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 "FBX". This way you can find apps which can open FBX 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 "FBX viewer" or "FBX file" online in your favorite search engine.

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