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Convert Model

Convert Model lets you export your 3D model in different formats for 3D printing, sharing, or other workflows.

Use Cases​

When do you need Convert Model?

  • 3D Printing: You need to export the model in a printing format
  • Sharing Works: You need to export into a format suitable for online display
  • Import into Other Software: You need to convert into formats supported by other software

How to Use​

Export Model​

Save your work as another file type and download

Operation Steps:

  • ⓵ Select Format Options: In the bottom control panel, select the specific format variant (for example, Compressed GLB, Raw GLB, 3MF, or STL)
  • ⓶ Click Run: After confirming, click the "Run" button. The file will download automatically.

Supported Formats​

GLB Format​

Suitable for online display, game development, and sharing.

Format Options:

  • Compressed GLB (Recommended): Smaller file size, loads faster, suitable for most needs
  • Raw GLB: Not compressed, larger file size, suitable for scenes that need further editing

Features:

  • Supports colors and textures
  • Supported by modern browsers
  • Small file size, loads fast

3MF Format​

Designed specifically for 3D printing and suitable for color printing scenarios.

Features:

  • Supports colors and materials
  • Supported by modern slicing software (e.g., BambuStudio, OrcaSlicer)
  • Includes complete printing information

STL Format​

The most universal 3D printing format with the best compatibility.

Features:

  • Supported by almost all 3D software and printers
  • Simple file structure

How to Choose a Format​

Online Display / Sharing → choose Compressed GLB (small size, supports colors)

3D Printing (Need Colors) → choose 3MF (supports color printing)

**3D Printing ** → choose STL (best compatibility)

Editing in Other Software → choose Raw GLB or 3MF (keeps more information)

Common Questions​

Q: Where is the file after export?​

A: The file will automatically download to the browser's default downloads folder. You can check it in the browser's download history.

Q: Can multiple formats be exported at once?​

A: One export supports only a single format. If you need multiple formats, export them separately.

Q: How long does export take?​

A: It depends on model complexity; usually from a few seconds to a few minutes.

Q: Can the exported file be imported into other software?​

A: Yes. The exported files are standard formats:

  • GLB: Blender, Maya, Unity, Unreal, etc.
  • 3MF: BambuStudio, OrcaSlicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, Windows 3D Builder, etc.
  • STL: Supported by almost all 3D software

Q: Why doesn't STL support colors?​

A: STL only contains the model's shape information and doesn't include color data. If you need colors, choose GLB or 3MF.

Q: What is the difference between Compressed GLB and Raw GLB?​

A: Compressed GLB files are smaller but have the same quality, suitable for most uses. Raw GLB files are larger and fit scenes that need further editing.

Q: Which is better for 3D printing, 3MF or STL?​

A:

  • 3MF: Supports colors and materials; suitable for color printing and modern printers
  • STL: If you need maximum compatibility, choose STL

If your printer supports 3MF and you need colors, choose 3MF; if you need maximum compatibility, choose STL.

Start Using Now​

Open Convert Model Tool

Click the button above to enter Yo.Town Maker and start converting your 3D model formats.