Convert 3DS to GLTF via JavaScript
Instantly convert 3DS to GLTF without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.
How to Convert 3DS to GLTF Using JavaScript
In order to convert 3DS to GLTF, we’ll use Aspose.CAD for JavaScript API which is a feature-rich, powerful and easy to use document manipulation and conversion API for JavaScript platform. Open NPM package manager, search for Aspose.CAD and install. You may also use the following command from the Package Manager Console. For additional information on the Javascript Framework, you can go to our documentation site .
Package Manager Console Command
npm install aspose-cad
Steps to Convert 3DS to GLTF via JavaScript
JavaScript programmers can easily load & convert 3DS files to GLTF in just a few lines of code.
- Load 3DS file with Image.Load method
- Create an instance of GltfOptions class
- Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of GltfOptions
System Requirements
Before running the JavaScript conversion code, make sure that you have the following prerequisites.
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with Web browser.
- Text editors such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code or Notepad or Notepad++.
This sample code shows 3DS to GLTF JavaScript Conversion
Free App to Convert 3DS to GLTF
3DS What is 3DS File Format?
A file with .3ds extension represents 3D Sudio (DOS) mesh file format used by Autodesk 3D Studio. Autodesk 3D Studio has been in 3D file format market since 1990s and has now evolved to 3D Studio MAX for working with 3D modeling, animation and rendering. A 3DS file contains data for 3D representation of scenes and images and is one of the popular file formats for 3D data import and export. It considers information like camera locations, Mesh data, lighting information, viewport configurations, smoothing group data, bitmap references and attributes to create vertices and polygons for rendering a scene.
Read MoreGLTF What is GLTF File Format?
glTF (GL Transmission Format) is a 3D file format that stores 3D model information in JSON format. The use of JSON minimizes both the size of 3D assets and the runtime processing needed to unpack and use those assets. It was adopted for the efficient transmission and loading of 3D scenes and models by applications. glTF was developed by the Khronos Group 3D Formats Working Group and is also described as JPEG of 3D by its creators.
Read MoreOther Supported Conversions
You can also convert 3DS into many other file formats including few listed below.