C6 File Extension

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Organic 2D/3D Drafting & 3D Modelling

What is a C6 file?

Files with the C6 extension are specifically tied to Organic 2D/3D Drafting & 3D Modelling, a 3D Image Files type, and there are 618 files in this category.

Ashlar, the developer of the Organic 2D/3D Drafting & 3D Modelling (C6), has released file format and programs designed to handle them.

C6 files are compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. There are 5 programs available to open a C6 file, including popular tools like Ashlar-Vellum, Xenon and Graphite.

Programs that support C6 files

How to open a C6 file?

If you are having trouble opening a C6 file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.

Ashlar-Vellum, Xenon and Graphite are among the most widely used programs for handling C6 files. To set up the newest version of Ashlar-Vellum on your device, simply go to the official Ashlar website. There you can download the edition compatible with every operating system.

Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Ashlar-Vellum as the default app for C6 files.

Set Ashlar-Vellum as the default C6 program

Change Default Program on Mac

  1. Right click or Control + left click on the desired C6 file;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
  4. In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to Ashlar-Vellum. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Change default programs in Windows

  1. To get started, right-click your C6 file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
  2. In the pop-up window, select the Ashlar-Vellum application;
  3. Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening C6 files.

Solve problems with C6 files

If you encounter issues with C6 files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.

What are the steps to repair a damaged C6 file?

Start a data recovery program and open the damaged C6 file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged 3d image files.

How can I determine if my C6 file is damaged?

The signs of corrupted C6 3d image files can manifest as:

  • Trying to work with the archive in Ashlar-Vellum or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
  • Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
  • The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
  • An unexplained increase in the size of the C6 file;
  • The file shows slow performance when edited in Ashlar-Vellum;

What are the reasons behind Ashlar-Vellum crash?

Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of Ashlar-Vellum crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for Ashlar products.

Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.

How to edit a C6 file?

To modify C6 files, it is necessary to install dedicated software that lets you open and edit 3d image files. Online C6 editors generally offer fewer tools compared to programs designed for Organic 2D/3D Drafting & 3D Modelling.

Best C6 editors 2026

Following these criteria, we have put together a list of recommended C6 editors.

C6 Editor SoftwareDeveloperPlatformsOverall Rating
Ashlar-VellumAshlarWindows4.7 out of 5 (40 reviews)
ArgonVellumWindows4.3 out of 5 (43 reviews)