Convert 3DS to GLTF 1.0 for free

Most 3DS files belong to Autodesk's 3DS Max. 3DS Enterprise Archive File is mainly used to store 3D graphics usually created with 3DS Max, a cross-platform 3D modeler and renderer. 3DS files usually contain 3D models, animations, scenes, resource objects (OBJs), viewport settings, lighting information, materials, and mesh data for 3D models. Other 3D design software such as AutoCAD, Maya, Photoshop, Pianoalto can also open and render 3DS files. In addition to 3D graphics, the 3DS format is also a ROM image format used to capture and save game data transferred from 3DS handheld video cassettes to gaming devices developed by Nintendo.

glTF (GL Transmission Format) is a 3D file format that stores 3D model information in JSON format. The use of JSON minimizes the size of 3D assets and the runtime processing required to decompress and use these assets. It is used by applications for efficient transmission and loading of 3D scenes and models. glTF was developed by the Khronos Group 3D Format Working Group and is also described by its creators as the JPEG of 3D.

The glTF file format defines a scalable, universal publishing format for 3D content tools and services, simplifying the creative workflow and enabling interoperable use of content across industries. The purpose of creating the glTF file format is to define a scalable, universal publishing format for 3D content tools and services, simplifying the creative workflow and enabling interoperable use of content across industries. It minimizes the runtime processing required by applications using WebGL and other APIs.