Online 3D Viewer is a browser-based application for examining 3D models without installing a dedicated desktop program. It provides a convenient way to inspect geometry, explore CAD files and convert models between supported formats.
The software powers the 3dviewer.net website and includes a reusable JavaScript library for developers who want to incorporate 3D viewing functionality into their own websites.
Models can be opened from local storage or from a remote server. When files are loaded locally, processing takes place in the browser rather than uploading the model to the service. This is particularly useful when examining private designs or working with files that should not be transferred to a third-party server.
Some model formats reference additional files, such as materials and textures. These companion files need to be supplied alongside the main model for the complete appearance to be reproduced.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Imports numerous 3D and CAD formats, including 3DM, 3DS, 3MF, AMF, BIM, BREP, DAE, FBX, FCStd, glTF, IFC, IGES, STEP, STL, OBJ, OFF, PLY and WRL.
- Exports models to 3DM, BIM, glTF, OBJ, OFF, STL and PLY.
- Open files from local storage using a file selector or drag-and-drop.
- Accepts ZIP archives and folders containing models and their associated files.
- Load remote models by specifying their URLs, subject to the remote server’s access permissions.
- Identifies missing companion files such as materials and textures.
- Provides controls for examining a model and changing its visual presentation.
- Customise the background colour of the viewing area.
- Show model edges, with adjustable edge colour and angle threshold.
- Set the default colour used by models without material information.
- Supports light and dark interface themes.
- Create snapshots of the current model view.
- Generate sharing links and embedding code for models hosted on a web server.
- Automatically packages multi-file exports in a ZIP archive.
- Provides a reusable JavaScript library for integrating 3D model viewing into other applications.
Website: github.com/kovacsv/Online3DViewer
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Developer: Viktor Kovacs
License: MIT License
Online 3D Viewer is written in JavaScript. Learn JavaScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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