Compress PLY format using C#

PLY Compression Overview

Aspose.ZIP for .NET gives developers a reliable C# API to compress PLY 3D assets in .NET applications. It supports single files and large batches, works with file paths or streams, and lets you control compression level and archive format. This is handy when bundling 3D files for sharing or storage. Create ZIP, 7Zip, TAR, GZIP, and other archives without external utilities, and use encryption options when you need to protect PLY data. This provides a practical way to automate packaging and reduce storage footprints in .NET solutions.

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C# Example: Compress PLY Files Programmatically

The snippet below illustrates the basic API workflow for compressing a PLY file, including archive creation, entry addition, and saving the final ZIP output.

Compress PLY file via .NET:

    var dir = "full directory path";
    using (var arch = new Archive())
    {
    arch.CreateEntry("filename.ply", dir+"file.ply");
    arch.Save(dir+"archived_result.zip");
    }

FAQ

Can I compress multiple PLY files into a single ZIP archive using C#

1. Yes. Aspose.ZIP for .NET allows you to load and compress multiple PLY files by adding each file as an entry to the Archive object. You can combine individual files, folders, or streams into a single ZIP archive through a straightforward C# workflow.

Does Aspose.ZIP for .NET reduce the original quality of PLY files?

2. No. Aspose.ZIP performs lossless compression, meaning that the content and quality of your PLY files remain unchanged. The library only reduces file size by applying efficient archive compression algorithms without altering the actual data inside the file.

Can I password-protect ZIP archives that contain PLY files?

3. Yes. The library supports password protection and AES encryption, allowing you to securely package sensitive PLY files. You can specify encryption settings when creating entries or during the archive-generation process.