.U3D File Recovery

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .U3D file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

U3D File Recovery

What is a .U3D file?

3D CAD file saved in the Universal 3D File Format; standardized by Ecma International as the ECMA-363 standard; contains 3D model information, including shapes, textures, lighting, shading, and motion data; supported by many CAD and 3D graphics programs.

What Are Common Causes of ".U3D" Files Lost or Failure?

There can be several common causes of ".U3D" files being lost or experiencing failure. Some of these causes include:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".U3D" files while organizing or cleaning up their computer's storage.
  2. File system corruption: File system corruption can occur due to hardware or software issues, resulting in the loss or failure of ".U3D" files.
  3. Virus or malware attacks: Malicious software can infect and corrupt ".U3D" files, making them inaccessible or causing them to fail.
  4. Software or hardware issues: Problems with the software used to open or manipulate ".U3D" files, or hardware failures, can lead to file loss or failure.
  5. Improper file transfer: If ".U3D" files are not transferred correctly or interrupted during the process, they may become corrupted or lost.
  6. System crashes or power failures: Unexpected system crashes or power failures while working with ".U3D" files can cause data loss or file corruption.
  7. Incompatible software or outdated drivers: Using incompatible software or outdated drivers to open or process ".U3D" files can result in errors or failures.
  8. File format conversion issues: Converting ".U3D" files to a different format incorrectly or using unreliable conversion tools can lead to file loss or corruption.
  9. Storage media failure: If the storage media where ".U3D" files are stored (such as hard drives or flash drives) fails or becomes damaged, the files may be lost or become inaccessible.
  10. Human error: Accidental overwriting, improper editing, or mishandling of ".U3D" files by users can cause data loss or file failure.

How to recover lost ".U3D" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".U3D" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".U3D" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".U3D" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".U3D" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

The tool recovers data from any devices, regardless of the cause of data loss.

Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

    File Recovery Software
  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".U3D" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type
  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored
  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan
  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".U3D" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo universal 3D File image file file?

Programs that open ".U3D" files

Windows
Blender Blender
DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4
Smith Micro Poser 11 Smith Micro Poser 11
Adobe Photoshop CC 2019 Adobe Photoshop CC 2019
Adobe Acrobat DC Adobe Acrobat DC
Kubotek3D KeyCreator Kubotek3D KeyCreator
RealWorld Icon Editor RealWorld Icon Editor
Mac
Blender Blender
DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4
Smith Micro Poser 11 Smith Micro Poser 11
Adobe Photoshop CC 2019 Adobe Photoshop CC 2019
Adobe Acrobat DC Adobe Acrobat DC
Linux
Blender Blender

Additional Information

  • File type: Universal 3D File

  • File extension: .U3D

  • Developer: 3D Industry Forum

  • Category: 3D Image Files

  • Format: Binary

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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