3D Image Files

GL Transmission Format (GLTF) is a 3D file format that contains a 3D model information. It stores the model’s information in JSON format, including node hierarchy, materials, and cameras. Using JSON minimizes the size of the 3D assets and the runtime processing required to unpack and use those assets. GLTF file is similar to the […]

MB stands for Maya Binary Scene, a project file created by Maya, a 3D modeling and animation program. The file contains three-dimensional models, lighting properties, textures, and animation data. It is saved in a binary format instead of ASCII text format that Maya MA files use. The binary formats make it smaller and faster to […]

SMD file extension is a three-dimensional model file used by a source engine, a game engine for developing games. The file stores the model file in an ASCII text format. They are compiled into the resulting MDL game model using both a QC script and Studio mdl command-line utility. The files are usually generated by […]

WRL stands for worlds a file format from a virtual reality Modelling Language (VRML) file format. VRML is mostly used by browser plugins to demonstrate virtual reality environments. WRL file helps translate 3d objects in a language that websites can understand and interpret. Developers can use the file to connect the Urals with a specific […]

Developed by Autodesk 360, its Fusion 360, a cloud-based CAD designing software, uses the F3D (Fusion 3D Design) extension. The format stores a 3D render on the cloud, allowing multiple users to edit the same in real-time on-the-go. It was mostly used by mechanical engineers to draw a structure for their creations. Unfortunately, the format […]

Developed by Adobe Systems, the PRC extension refers to files created in the Product Representation Compact structure. The format stores three-dimensional images and illustrates its composition, dimensions, geometrical details, and manufacturing information. Users can save multiple variants of the same diagram using the PRC extension. You can choose only to keep the virtual representation or […]

PMX files are 3D model definition file format used by Miku Miku Dance (MMD) model file. MMD is a dance animation program that was initially designed in Japanese. It contains a 3D mesh for models, characters, dancers, and other accessories that can be animated with the Miku Miku dance tools. The file also acts like […]

Developed by E-on Software, its 3D environment modeling software uses the VUE extension. These files are useful in creating artificial worlds comprising terrains, clouds, mountains, atmosphere, and other requisite elements. The extension is also capable of indoor scene creation with three-dimensional items such as animals, humans, and furniture resembling the real ones. The VUE extension […]

Developed by 3MF Consortium in 2015, the 3MF extension refers to a Three-Dimensional Manufacturing Format. Several 3D designing and rendering programs use the format to store their designs. It is an XML-based file type and contains the basic render and metadata attached to it, such as property information, material configuration, etc. The 3MF format uses […]

Developed by Apple and Pixar Animation Studios collaboratively in 2018, the USDZ extension refers to a Universal Scene Description Zipped format. The primary reason for its development was to solve the transferability issue with the Pixar Animation Studios’ USD (Universal Scene Description) format. It had many layers, making it difficult for the end-user to visualize […]