Convert STL to PNG via JavaScript
Instantly convert STL to PNG without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.
How to Convert STL to PNG Using JavaScript
In order to convert STL to PNG, 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 PNG via JavaScript
JavaScript programmers can easily load & convert STL files to PNG in just a few lines of code.
- Load STL file with Image.Load method
- Create an instance of PngOptions class
- Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of PngOptions
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 PNG JavaScript Conversion
Free App to Convert STL to PNG
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 MorePNG What is PNG File Format?
A PNG (Portable Network Graphics) file is a raster image file format that uses lossless compression. This file format was created as a replacement of Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) and has no copyright limitations. However, PNG file format does not support animations. PNG file format supports lossless image compression that makes it popular among its users. With the passage of time, PNG has evolved as one of the widely used image file formats.
Read MoreOther Supported Conversions
You can also convert STL into many other file formats including few listed below.