Autodesk ASCII Scene Export File (.ase)
The ASE file extension stands for Autodesk ASCII Scene Export File. It is a text-based format used to export 2D or 3D scene data from Autodesk applications like 3ds Max. ASE files contain detailed information about scene components, including mesh definitions, material descriptions, transform animation data, and settings for cameras and lights. This format facilitates the transfer of scene data between different software applications, making it useful for asset exchange, troubleshooting, pipeline integration, and archiving. Introduced by Autodesk, ASE files have been widely adopted in the 3D modeling and animation industry due to their compatibility and readability.