.C4D File

.c4d is Cinema 4D Model File

Key Features: .C4D File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.c4d
Format	N/A
Created by	MAXON Computer
Category	3D Image

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How to open:
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What is an .C4D file?

File extension c4d is associated with CINEMA 4D, a professional 3D animation software tool for modeling, rendering and creating animations. CINEMA 4D is developed by MAXON.

A .c4d file contains 3D models created with the use of the CINEMA 4D application. They can be exported and used in some professional image editors or other 3D animation software.

Files with c4d extension can be most often encountered as 3D model files created with professional 3D modeling software tool CINEMA 4D from MAXON.

How to open:

Use CINEMA 4D to open or edit the *.cd4 files.

How to convert:

You will get best results for c4d conversion of any kind with CINEMA 4D as it supports several formats for export.

Cinema 4D Model File - File openers

Windows

MAXON Cinema 4D
Adobe After Effects CC 2019
Unity Technologies Unity

Mac

MAXON Cinema 4D
Adobe After Effects CC 2019
Unity Technologies Unity

How to solve problems with C4D files

Associate the C4D file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any C4D file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.C4D files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the C4D file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .C4D is Cinema 4D Model File. Because only the current version supports the latest C4D file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the MAXON Computer manufacturer website after an available .C4D is Cinema 4D Model File update.
To make sure that your C4D file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.