CloudCompare

CloudCompare software icon
  • Developer Girardeau-Montau
  • Platforms Desktop
  • Operating Systems Windows, Mac OS and Linux
  • Supported formats 4
  • Rating
    4.4 (37 votes)

CloudCompare can handle 4 different file extensions, allowing you to open, edit, and convert them to various formats. You can see the program’s features and supported file extensions in the table.

CloudCompare handles many file extensions, making it essential for daily work. You can open and view files in OBJ, STL, PLY, and many other formats easily.

Convert files easily with CloudCompare from one format to another for seamless sharing across platforms.

Access the official Girardeau-Montau website to download the newest CloudCompare version.

Convert files using CloudCompare

Tips and tricks to solve problems with CloudCompare

What are the reasons behind CloudCompare crash?

CloudCompare crashes can be caused by outdated software. Keep your developer products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer is often an effective solution to resolve various common problems. Therefore, it is recommended to do so before making any changes to the software configuration.

How to set CloudCompare as the default program to open files?

Changing the default program in Windows

  1. Right-click on your file, then choose the "Open with" option and select "Choose another application" from the available options;
  2. From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select CloudCompare as your desired application;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening files.

Change Default Program on Mac

  1. Initiate a right click or use Control + left click on the desired file to open a menu where you can select various actions;
  2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
  3. Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
  4. Within this menu select "All Programs" and navigate to CloudCompare. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

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