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Free Online 3DS Converter

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Please note: Your 3DS file, once uploaded to our server will be deleted 15 minutes after upload so please download your converted 3DS file before this time.
Our 3DS converter tool supports converting to the following file types:
3MF, ABC, AMF, BLEND, CTM, DAE, FBX, GIF, GLB, IDTF, JPG, MP4, OBJ, OFF, PCD, PLY, PNG, SKP, STL, VTK, VTP, WEBP, WRL, X, X3D, XYZ, ZIP

How to Convert your 3DS file Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to convert your 3DS file using our fast and free 3DS file converter tool.

Upload your 3DS file

Click the "Select File(s)" button, then select an 3DS file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select file type

Select the file type to convert your 3DS file to using the dropdown list of available types.

Download your file

Click the download link to receive your converted file.

3DS file format information

Extension3DS
Full Name3D Studio Mesh
Type3D Model
Mime TypeN/A
FormatBinary
Opens WithMeshLab

A 3DS file, also known as a 3D Studio file, is a digital file format used for storing three-dimensional models and scenes. It was originally developed by Autodesk for their 3D Studio software and later adopted by other 3D modeling applications. The 3DS file format can store a wide range of information related to 3D models, including geometric data, textures, lighting, and animation data.

Geometric data within a 3DS file describes the shape and structure of the 3D model, such as vertices, edges, and faces that define the object's surface. Texture information allows the application to apply images or materials to the model's surface, giving it a realistic appearance. Additionally, 3DS files can store lighting data, enabling the 3D scene to have various light sources and shadows.

One of the significant advantages of the 3DS file format is its compatibility with many 3D modeling software packages, making it a widely used and supported format in the computer graphics industry. However, as technology has advanced, newer and more efficient file formats have emerged, such as FBX and OBJ, which offer better support for modern features and larger scenes.

3DS Converter Capabilities

Currently our 3DS converter can only convert from 3DS files, our developers are working to allow converting to 3DS files in future versions of our tools.Our 3DS 3D Model/Mesh tool does not support any color material data contained within 3DS files so the converted file will not contain any color information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the 3D file conversion?

Our 3DS conversion tool can convert most 3D geometry including mesh vertices and faces with no loss of detail. Any color materials contained within the 3D model file will be converted where possible.

Are textures supported in the 3DS conversion?

No, due to the different methods of assigning textures to a 3D model textures are not currently supported. If your 3DS model contains textures or references to external texture files, these will be ignored.

Is it free to use the 3DS conversion tools?

Yes! Our 3DS conversion tools are 100% free to use.

Are there any 3DS conversion usage limits?

No, you can convert as many files as you wish. We do not impose any conversion limits on our 3DS conversion tools.

How long does it take to convert my 3DS?

We aim to process all 3DS conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds however this can be longer for certain files and significantly longer for some larger file formats, so please be patient.

What does the 3DS conversion process involve?

Once your 3DS file has been uploaded and we know the file format you wish to convert it to our bespoke conversion software will convert your 3DS and make it available for you to download with a unique download Url.

Is it safe to convert my 3DS on FabConvert.com?

Yes, of course it is! Your 3DS, once converted is deleted 1 hour after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert my 3DS on Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our 3DS conversion tools will run on any system with a modern web browser.

Is there any support for me when using the 3DS tool?

If you are having difficulty converting your 3DS you can contact us and we will try to help where possible.