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Convert 3DS to STEP

File Extension	3DS
Full Name	3D Studio MAX Graphics Format

Files with the .3DS extension contain three-dimensional image data, subdivided into blocks called “chunks”: they contain an ID and a length, as well as information concerning shapes, lighting, and observation points, creating a description of a 3D-scene.

File Extension	STEP
Full Name	ISO-10303 STEP Product Data

The .STEP extension belongs to files of the type, STEP 3D models, which is a standard format for the exchange of product data. The format is also recognized by the ISO as a standard with the number ISO 10303. Informally refered to as STEP, the format is used widely for exchanging data that originates from CAD software for 3D product and modeling.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "3DS") to another (referred to as "STEP"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, 3DS file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format 3DS to format STEP becomes essential.

So, how can we perform 3DS to STEP file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format 3DS and transforming it into format STEP. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of 3DS to STEP converters.

Conversion from 3DS to STEP

3DS to STEP

How to convert the 3DS file to STEP?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of 3DS to STEP. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the 3DS file:

Please indicate on your computer the source file 3DS, the format of which you are going to change
Load the 3DS file to the application
Select the output format of the STEP file (the one that we want to achieve)
Select the location to save the output file STEP on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
Confirm conversion
Wait for a moment
Enjoy the converted STEP file that can be found in the location selected in step 4

Other conversions
from the 3DS format:

Other conversions
to the STEP format:

I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.