MEL file is used by Maya software application. The MEL file stores the script which is used for designing a 3D model in Maya.

Maya supports its own scripting language and the code generated using this language is stored in MEL file format. This file then allows the user to simplify a number of tasks while designing an object on Maya. The script stores the information related to the tools used or actions taken and when the script is used these mentioned tools or actions on the 3D model are applied. This file is generally used for repetitive tasks.