MCR File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .mcr
Full Name 3ds Max Macroscript File
Primary Association 3ds Max by Autodesk
File Type Script/Executable
Usage Automates repetitive tasks, controls 3ds Max operations
Text-Based Yes
Editable Yes, with text editors
Functionality Define new functions, user interfaces, and scripted utilities
Security Risk Can execute arbitrary code
Default Software Autodesk 3ds Max
Can Store Binary Data No, primarily text commands
Script Language MAXScript
Execution Manual or automatic (startup scripts)
User Interaction Possible through custom dialogues and UI elements
Can Call Other Scripts Yes
Portable Yes, but may require specific 3ds Max versions or plugins
Supported OS Windows
MIME Type text/plain
Character Encoding Typically ASCII or UTF-8
Layer of Operation Application Level
Customizability High
Extensibility Can be extended through 3ds Max SDK