.ask File Extension
File extension details for .ask
Partial Support| File type | ASK 3D scene |
|---|---|
| MIME type | |
| Encoding | Plain-text 3DS-style scene data |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Opens with | 3ds Max, Blender with a compatible importer |
| Poly support | Partial. Poly recognizes valid ASK scenes when their structure is supported. |
| Indexed by Poly | Yes. Poly indexes the filename and available scene metadata. |
| Preview in Poly | Partial. A valid scene with supported geometry may receive a preview. |
| Poly agent | Yes. An optimized rendition of the 3D object or scene is provided to the agent, allowing compact yet information-rich multimodal interaction with 3D files. |
What kind of file is a .ask?
ASK is a text-based 3D scene format associated with 3ds Max export workflows. It describes scene objects and their geometry in a form intended for import into compatible tools, rather than serving as a browser-native model format.1
How do I open a .ask?
Use 3ds Max or a Blender importer that explicitly supports this ASK variant. Keep referenced materials and textures with the source scene, then check units, axes, hierarchy, and materials after import.
Poly support for .ask
Poly recognizes .ask as model/x-ask, indexes its filename and available scene metadata, and may provide a preview when the scene contains supported geometry. The Poly agent receives an optimized rendition for compact, information-rich multimodal interaction.
Working with .ask files
Export a copy to glTF or GLB for modern interchange. Preserve the original because exporter-specific scene attributes and material references may not survive conversion.
Footnotes
- Autodesk. 3ds Max documentation. Documents 3ds Max import and export workflows for scene assets. ↩