IGES File: What is it?

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IGES File Summary

Seven known software programs (notably, Autodesk Fusion 360 developed by Autodesk, Inc.) are related to the IGES file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the IGES Exchange Format format. The IGES File Extension are listed predominantly as 3D Image Files.

IGES files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. The Popularity Rating for IGES files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

If you would like to learn more about IGES files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic IGES file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Prevalence
4354
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Status

26

November

2018

Updated

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Types of IGES Files


Leading IGES Type

.IGES
Extension:.iges
Group:IGES Exchange Format

IGES stands for International Graphics Exchange Standard, an international standard for 3D wire frame models. IGES file is saved in text format, so it can be transferred between different programs easily.

Author: Redway3d and others
Function:3D Image Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.iges

Software Programs That Open The IGES Exchange Format:


Autodesk Fusion 360 by Autodesk, Inc.

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac
iOS
Android
Web

VectorWorks by Nemetschek Group

Windows
Mac

Canvas X by ACD Systems

Windows
Mac

IGSViewer by CADSoftTools

Windows

CADSoftTools ABViewer by CADSoftTools

Windows

IMSI TurboCAD Deluxe by Redway3d and others

Mac

ShareCAD by CADSoftTools

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac
iOS
Android
Web
OS X El Capitan

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IGES Demand


Dominant Mobile Devices

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


IGES File Complications


Frequent IGES Opening Issues

Autodesk Fusion 360 Removed

Double-clicking your IGES file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open IGES File". When this happens, it is commonly due to Autodesk Fusion 360 missing in %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your IGES with Autodesk Fusion 360, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you don't have Autodesk Fusion 360 installed, and you know of another program to open your IGES file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Autodesk Fusion 360 is Out-of-Date

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a IGES Exchange Format file that is unsupported by your installed application version. If you've got the wrong version of Autodesk Fusion 360 installed, you'll need to install the correct version. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the IGES file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


Regardless, most of the IGES file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Autodesk Fusion 360 installed.


Other IGES File Issues

Errors opening IGES Exchange Format files can still occur even with the latest Autodesk Fusion 360 software installed on your computer. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening IGESs. These issues include:

  • Windows Registry IGES file paths that are incorrect
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the IGES file inside the Windows Registry
  • Partial installation of Autodesk Fusion 360 that did not fully complete
  • IGES file corruption
  • Your IGES is infected with malware
  • Device drivers for IGES-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your IGES Exchange Format file

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