Sorts of LAY Files

Main LAY Affiliation

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	Tecplot Layout File

The LAY file is a diagram layout file created by Tecplot.The LAY file saves the visual layout of a plot (.PLT file) in the workspace.The LAY file contains instructions for how to display the plot as well as settings that define each frame's appearance.LAY files also include page layout information and color spectrum properties.

Created by:	Tecplot, Inc
Function:	Data Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.lay

Software Programs That Open The Tecplot Layout File:

Tecplot 360 by Tecplot, Inc

Mac

Linux

Other LAY Descriptions

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	DVD Studio Pro Layout File

The LAY file is a file created by DVD Studio Pro.The LAY file contains metadata internal to DVD Studio Pro and the DVD project.The LAY file is typically stored in the VIDEO_TS directory of a DVD project.DVD Studio Pro is a program used to author DVDs

Created by:	Apple
Function:	Uncommon Files

Software Programs That Open DVD Studio Pro Layout File Files:

Apple DVD Studio Pro by Apple

Compatible with:

Mac

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	Rhino 3D Layer State File

The LAY file is a file created by Rhinoceros 3D. The LAY file stores the state of a layer, which contains a grouping of 3D objects and their properties. The LAY file is used to save and load specific layer settings. Rhinoceros 3D is a program used for three-dimensional modeling.

Created by:	McNeel
Function:	Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Rhino 3D Layer State File Files:

McNeel Rhino by McNeel

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	MAME Layout File

The LAY file is a layout file used by MAME (Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator).The LAY file contains layout settings that describe how to arrange different objects for a game.Layout files are used for placing artwork graphics as well as the active game window within MAME.MAME is a program used to play emulated arcade games.

Created by:	Open Source
Function:	Settings Files

Software Programs That Open MAME Layout File Files:

MAME by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

Linux

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	Apple DVD Studio Pro Layout File

It is a file created by Apple DVD Studio and contains internal metadata and is usually stored within the VIDEO_TS directory of a DVD project.

Created by:	Apple
Function:	Uncommon Files

Software Programs That Open Apple DVD Studio Pro Layout File Files:

Apple DVD Studio Pro by Apple

Compatible with:

Mac

.LAY

Extension:	.lay
Category:	Rhinoceros 3D Layer State File

A LAY file extension is a layer state file created by the 3D modeling program Rhinoceros. It stores a grouping of 3D objects and their properties and is used to save and load specific layer settings.

Created by:	McNeel
Function:	Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Rhinoceros 3D Layer State File Files:

McNeel Rhino by McNeel

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

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Understanding LAY Issues

Common LAY Opening Problems

Tecplot 360 Isn't There

If you attempt to load your LAY file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open LAY Files". Customarily, this means that Tecplot 360 is not installed on %%os%%. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.

Tip: When another LAY application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.

Outdated Tecplot 360

In other instances, your Tecplot Layout File file version may not be supported by your version of Tecplot 360. Installing the latest version of Tecplot 360 from Tecplot, Inc is recommended. Most of the time your Tecplot Layout File file was created by a newer Tecplot 360 than what you have installed.

Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your LAY file and clicking "Properties".

Conclusion: The majority of LAY file opening issues are due to not having the correct Tecplot 360 version installed.

Associated Difficulties Loading LAY Files

You can still experience errors opening LAY files even with the latest version of Tecplot 360 installed on your PC. If you are still having problems opening LAY files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Issues that aren't software-related:

• Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for LAY
• The LAY file description within the Windows Registry was removed
• Partial installation of Tecplot 360 that did not fully complete
• Your LAY file is corrupted (issues with your Tecplot Layout File file itself)
• Past or present virus infection has affected your LAY
• Hardware related to LAYs has device driver corruption
• Windows cannot load your Tecplot Layout File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)