Convert STL to WMF via Python
Instantly convert STL to WMF without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.
Aspose.CAD for Python
Overview
How to Convert STL to WMF Using Python
In order to convert STL to WMF, we’ll use Aspose.CAD for Python API which is a feature-rich, powerful and easy to use document manipulation and conversion API for Python platform. Open NPM package manager, search for Aspose.CAD and install. You may also use the following command from the Package Manager Console.
Package Manager Console Command
pip install aspose-cad
Steps to Convert STL to WMF via Python
Python programmers can easily load & convert STL files to WMF in just a few lines of code.
- Load STL file with Image.Load method
- Create an instance of WmfOptions class
- Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of WmfOptions
System Requirements
Before running the Python 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 WMF Python Conversion
Free App to Convert STL to WMF
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 MoreWMF What is WMF File Format?
Files with WMF extension represent Microsoft Windows Metafile (WMF) for storing vector as well as bitmap-format images data. To be more accurate, WMF belongs to the vector file format category of Graphics file formats that is device independent. Windows Graphical Device Interface (GDI) uses the functions stored in a WMF file to display an image on the screen. A more enhanced version of WMF, known as Enhanced Meta Files (EMF), was published later that makes the format more feature rich. Practically, WMF are similar to SVG.
Read MoreOther Supported Conversions
You can also convert STL into many other file formats including few listed below.