File Extension | CATPRODUCT |
Full Name | CATIA Product Format |
CATPRODUCT is a CAD file format used by CATIA V5 software. CATPRODUCT files a chiefly used for storing 3D model data used in industrial design and simulation.
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 format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "CATPRODUCT") to another (referred to as "3DS"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, CATPRODUCT 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 CATPRODUCT to format 3DS becomes essential.
So, how can we perform CATPRODUCT to 3DS 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 CATPRODUCT and transforming it into format 3DS. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of CATPRODUCT to 3DS converters.
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of CATPRODUCT to 3DS. 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 CATPRODUCT file:
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.