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What Is a .hip File?
A .hip file is a 3d format known as HIP. Houdini Project This format is created by SideFX and is widely used by artists, game developers, and VFX studios.
HIP files contain structured 3d data that requires compatible software to open. With OpenAnyFile, you can render and inspect .hip files directly in your browser without installing any software.
How to Open .hip Files Online
- Visit OpenAnyFile HIP page
- Drag and drop your .hip file onto the upload area, or click "Browse" to select it
- OpenAnyFile automatically detects the HIP format using magic byte analysis
- View, analyze, and render and inspect your file contents in the browser
- Optionally convert to FBX, OBJ, ABC or download
Software That Opens .hip Files
.hip files are primarily created by SideFX. In the 3d space, you may encounter .hip files from third-party tools, online converters, or export functions. Regardless of the source, OpenAnyFile handles them all.
Open .hip on Different Platforms
- Windows: Use the original software or upload to OpenAnyFile for instant access
- macOS: Preview may not support .hip — use OpenAnyFile as a universal viewer
- Linux: Open-source alternatives exist, or use OpenAnyFile in any browser
- Mobile (iPhone/Android): OpenAnyFile works on all mobile browsers
Common .hip File Problems
Node graph complexity
Other common issues include: your OS not recognizing the file extension, the file appearing corrupted after download, or lacking the required software. OpenAnyFile bypasses all these issues with universal format detection.
Convert HIP to Other Formats
HIP files can be converted to 3 formats including FBX, OBJ, ABC.
Related 3D Formats
If you work with .hip files, you may also encounter these 3d formats:
- 3DM (.3dm) — Open & convert .3dm files online
- 3DS (.3ds) — Open & convert .3ds files online
- 3ds Max (max) — Open & convert max files online
- 3MF (.3mf) — Open & convert .3mf files online
- ABC (.abc) — Open & convert .abc files online
- AMF (.amf) — Open & convert .amf files online
- BLEND (.blend) — Open & convert .blend files online
- BLEND1 (.blend1) — Open & convert .blend1 files online
- Blender (blend) — Open & convert blend files online
- BVHM (.bvh) — Open & convert .bvh files online
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a .hip file?
A .hip file is a 3d format called HIP. Houdini Project
How do I open a .hip file without installing software?
Upload your .hip file to OpenAnyFile. Our browser-based tool instantly detects and displays it — no downloads needed.
What program creates .hip files?
.hip files are typically created by SideFX.
Can I convert .hip to another format?
Yes. OpenAnyFile converts .hip to FBX, OBJ, ABC.
Is it safe to open .hip files online?
Yes. OpenAnyFile processes files in a secure, isolated environment. Files are automatically deleted and all transfers use HTTPS.
Can I open .hip on my phone?
Yes. OpenAnyFile works on all mobile browsers including iPhone and Android.