The Four Best Ways to Open P3D Files

The first way you should always try to open file extension P3D is to double-click it, but when that doesn’t work, there are a few other things you can try. There are lots of programs that can open different file extensions, and there are some simple ways you can tell which one to use.

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Pick the Right Program

Start by choosing the right program to open your P3D file. A few of the most common programs used to open P3D files are listed below. One of them should be able to open your P3D file.

  • 3D Graphic
  • Operation Flashpoint Game Model
  • PointLineCAD 3D Drawing - 3D Document Manager File

Note the File Type

Other programs may be able to open your P3D file, depending on the type of file it is. You can find the file type listed in the file’s properties. On a Windows PC, right-click the file, click "Properties", then look under “Type of File.” On a Mac computer, right-click the file, click “More Info,” then look under “Kind”.

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Tip: If it’s the P3D file extension, it probably falls under the 3D Image Files type, so any program used for 3D Image Files should open your P3D file.

Ask the Developer

Contacting the software developer is another easy way to get help opening a P3D file. You can find the developers for the most common programs used to open P3D files in the list below.

Software Developer
3D Graphic Microsoft Developer
Operation Flashpoint Game Model Bohemia Interactive and The Codemasters Software Company Limited
PointLineCAD 3D Drawing - 3D Document Manager File Point Line Inc.

Use a Universal File Viewer

When all else fails, a universal file viewer is the best way to open a P3D file. Programs like File Magic (Download) can open many different types of files, depending on the format. Although, some files may not be compatible with these programs. If your P3D file isn’t compatible, it will only open in binary format.


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