What's the OFF File?

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OFF File Summary

Two known software programs (notably, MeshLab developed by Open Source) are related to the OFF file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the Object File Format format. The majority of OFF files are considered 3D Image Files.

We have found OFF files on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

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

Low
File Type Popularity
1921
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

Importance

26

November

2018

Amended

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Known OFF Files


Dominant OFF File Type

.OFF
File Name:.off
Classification:Object File Format

OFF file is an ASCII based format used for describing 3D objects. It defines collections of planar polygons and vertices that create the object's surface.

Developer: Open Source
Kind:3D Image Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.off

Software Programs That Open The Object File Format:


MeshLab by Open Source

Windows

GLC_Player by Open Source

Windows
Mac
Linux

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OFF Usage


Operating System Rankings

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


OFF File Complications


Issues Opening OFF Files

Missing MeshLab

When trying to open your OFF file, you get the error "Can't Open OFF File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have MeshLab for %%os%% installed. The OS won't know what to do with your OFF file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


MeshLab Requires Update

Your Object File Format file is incompatible with MeshLab because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of MeshLab from Open Source is recommended. 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: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of OFF file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Regardless, most of the OFF file opening problems relate to not having the right version of MeshLab installed.


Other Causes of OFF File Opening Problems

Even with the correct version of MeshLab installed, you can still experience difficulties opening OFFs. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening OFFs. Other contributing causes:

  • Invalid OFF file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry OFF description
  • Corrupt install of MeshLab or other OFF-related program
  • Your OFF file is corrupted (issues with your Object File Format file itself)
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your OFF
  • Hardware associated with OFF has outdated drivers
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Object File Format format

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