Tips to open IGES file

Can't open the IGES file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open IGES files as well as a list of programs that support IGES files.

IGES file extension

File Name IGES Format
File Category 3D Image Files

The IGES file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the IGES files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the IGES file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 8
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is IGES file?

The IGES file has been categorized as 3D Image Files. Additionally, the 3D Image Files category contains 622 of other files. IGES Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Web, Windows. The main program that supports this format is TurboCAD. This was created by IMSI/Design, LLC.. Alternatively, you can use 11 other programs. AutoCAD, ABViewer, Vectorworks, IGSViewer will apply when it is not possible to use TurboCAD.

How to open IGES file?

The main problem with IGES Format is that the IGES file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open IGES, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the IGES file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install TurboCAD

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that TurboCAD is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name TurboCAD in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file IGES.

Step 2. Create association of TurboCAD with IGES files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the IGES file to open in the TurboCAD application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the IGES file with the TurboCAD program.

Step 3. Update TurboCAD to the latest version

If, despite the association of the TurboCAD program with the IGES Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the IMSI/Design, LLC. website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the IGES file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to IGES files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our IGES file. Sometimes virus-infected IGES files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the IGES file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular IGES file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted IGES files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move IGES to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the IGES file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the IGES file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.