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PREFAB File Extension

The PREFAB file extension was created by Unity Technologies and is also known as the Unity Prefab File. PREFAB is classified as a 3D Image Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open PREFAB files in Unity Technologies Unity program.

Unity Prefab File Type

Unity Prefab File Type
Extension .prefab
Developer Unity Technologies
Popularity 5.0 (104 Votes)
Mime Type application/vnd.lotus-freelance
Default Program Unity Technologies Unity
Category 3D Image Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a PREFAB File Type?

PREFAB objects can be generated per program in scenes using the' API Unity.

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PREFAB Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Unity Prefab File .PREFAB File Extensions while opening the .PREFAB files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PREFAB Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Unity Prefab File on your system such as Unity Technologies Unity.
  2. Associate default Unity Technologies Unity Technologies Unity program for *.prefab (Unity Prefab File) files.

    Associate PREFAB Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.PREFAB (e.g example.prefab) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Unity Technologies Unity Technologies Unity program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .prefab files.

    Associate PREFAB Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.PREFAB (e.g example.prefab) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Unity Technologies Unity Technologies Unity program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Unity Technologies Unity extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for PREFAB File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PREFAB files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open PREFAB File on Windows

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Unity Technologies Unity image. Unity Technologies Unity 5.4 for Windows Commercial Unity Technologies

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PREFAB File on Mac OS

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Unity Technologies Unity image. Unity Technologies Unity 5.4 for MacOs Commercial Unity Technologies

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PREFAB file on Linux

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Unity Technologies Unity image. Unity Technologies Unity 5.4 for Linux Commercial Unity Technologies

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PREFAB file on Web

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

PREFAB file extension icon image.About PREFAB - Unity Prefab File

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Updated 7/1/2025