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Convert 3DM 3D models to PLY format, edit and optimize 3D models online and free.

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Rhino 3D Model (.3dm)

The 3DM file extension, standing for "3D Model", is associated with the openNURBS initiative, which facilitates the exchange of 3D geometry across CAD, CAM, CAE, and computer graphics software. Developed by Robert McNeel & Associates, it serves as the native format for Rhinoceros (Rhino) software. Introduced to address interoperability challenges, 3DM files store precise 3D models using NURBS (Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines) and polygon mesh representations. This format is widely adopted due to its open-source nature, enabling developers to read and write 3DM files without proprietary restrictions, thus promoting seamless data sharing in 3D modeling workflows.

3DM Converter

Polygon File Format (.ply)

The Polygon File Format (PLY) is a versatile file format designed for storing 3D polygonal models. It originated at Stanford University in the mid-1990s to support the Stanford 3D Scanning Repository project. The primary purpose of PLY is to efficiently represent and exchange three-dimensional data, including vertex coordinates, colors, and normals. Its flexibility makes it valuable for various applications such as 3D scanning, computer graphics, and 3D printing. PLY files can store both ASCII and binary data, making them adaptable for diverse processing needs within computer technology.

PLY Converter

How to convert 3DM to PLY?

  1. Upload 3DM File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your 3DM file.

  2. Select 3DM Tools

    For advanced customized conversion, use 3DM to PLY tools and click Convert.

  3. Download Your PLY

    Wait for the converter to finish and download your PLY 3D model.

Convert 3DM to PLY

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change 3DM format to PLY?

To change 3DM format to PLY, upload your 3DM file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your 3DM file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted PLY file afterward.

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Convert 3DM to PLY on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to 3DM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your 3DM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert 3DM_INPUT_FILE --to ply

Convert 3DM to PLY on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to 3DM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your 3DM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert 3DM_INPUT_FILE --to ply

Convert 3DM to PLY on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to 3DM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your 3DM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert 3DM_INPUT_FILE --to ply

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