The 3dsmax.exe executable is a Windows-only process that launches the Autodesk 3ds Max software. The 3dsmax.exe executable was programmed and developed by Autodesk, Incorporated which specializes in creative digital designing software. The Autodesk 3ds Max software enables a user to create 3D media. Autodesk, Incorporated was known for its flagship product AutoCAD. The Autodesk 3ds Max Software is used to create 3D animation, modelling, and manipulation. The 3dsmax.exe is a Windows-only executable file and is only compatible to the Windows operating system. 3ds Max’s features include out-of-the-box 3D manipulation by providing the user tools and templates to either start from scratch or skeleton. The Autodesk 3ds Max Software is used in films, commercials and video games, as well as personal and business logo and design modelling. The Autodesk 3ds Max software can also be used in more professional purposes for engineers and architects. The 3dsmax.exe executable port for Mac OS is available and enables Mac OS users to achieve the same purpose for the 3D software.
How can I stop 3dsmax.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. 3dsmax.exe. is used by Autodesk, If you shut down 3dsmax.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop 3dsmax.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Autodesk, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as Autodesk, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is 3dsmax.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if 3dsmax.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if 3dsmax.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that 3dsmax.exe, belongs to, in this case Autodesk