What is a .IFCXML file?
The .IFCXML file extension stands for Industry Foundation Classes XML File. It's a type of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) file that is used in the construction and architecture industries. Unlike the standard .IFC file, which is plain text, the .IFCXML file is written in XML format. XML stands for eXtensible Markup Language, which is a way of encoding documents so that both humans and machines can read them easily. This makes it simpler to share and analyze building model data between different software programs.
However, one thing to note about .IFCXML files is that they can get quite large. This is because they contain extra information (tags) that help in describing the building models more accurately. Due to their size, some people prefer using a different format called .IFCZIP. This format compresses the .IFCXML files into a much smaller size, often reducing the file size by 90% or more, making it easier to handle and share.
To open an .IFCXML file, you would have used a program called Tekla BIMsight. However, it's important to know that Tekla BIMsight has been discontinued. This means you might need to look for other software that supports .IFCXML files if you need to work with them now.
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