Convert STL to JPEG via JavaScript
Instantly convert STL to JPEG without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.
Aspose.CAD for JavaScript
Overview
How to Convert STL to JPEG Using JavaScript
In order to convert STL to JPEG, 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 STL to JPEG via JavaScript
JavaScript programmers can easily load & convert STL files to JPEG in just a few lines of code.
- Load STL file with Image.Load method
- Create an instance of JpegOptions class
- Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of JpegOptions
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 STL to JPEG JavaScript Conversion
Free App to Convert STL to JPEG
STL What is STL File Format?
STL, abbreviation for stereolithrography, is an interchangeable file format that represents 3-dimensional surface geometry. The file format finds its usage in several fields such as rapid prototyping, 3D printing and computer-aided manufacturing. It represents a surface as a series of small triangles, known as facets, where each facet is described by a perpendicular direction and three points representing the vertices of the triangle. Resultant data is used by applications to determine the cross section of the 3D shape to be built by the fabber. There is no information available in the STL file format for representation of colour, texture or other common CAD model attributes.
Read MoreJPEG What is JPEG File Format?
A JPEG is a type of image format that is saved using the method of lossy compression. The output image, as result of compression, is a trade-off between storage size and image quality. Users can adjust the compression level to achieve the desired quality level while at the same time reduce the storage size. Image quality is negligibly affected if 10:1 compression is applied to the image. The higher the compression value, the higher the degradation in image quality.
Read MoreOther Supported Conversions
You can also convert STL into many other file formats including few listed below.