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

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Caligari trueSpace 3D Scene (.scn)

The SCN file extension stands for "Scene" and is associated with Caligari trueSpace, a 3D modeling and animation software. SCN files store 3D scenes, including objects, materials, lighting, and animation data. Developed by Caligari Corporation, trueSpace was popular in the 1990s and early 2000s for creating and rendering 3D graphics. Although trueSpace was discontinued in 2009, SCN files remain relevant for accessing and editing legacy 3D projects. These files can be in ASCII or binary format, with ASCII being editable in text editors and binary offering faster loading and saving times.

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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 SCN to PLY?

  1. Upload SCN File

    Choose any SCN 3D model from your computer, or drag & drop a SCN file onto this page.

  2. Select SCN Tools

    Check the file preview quickly and use SCN to PLY tools if you need to change the conversion settings.

  3. Download Your PLY

    Once the convert is complete, you can download the final PLY file.

Convert SCN to PLY

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SCN format to PLY?

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

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Convert SCN 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 SCN file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your SCN_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert SCN_INPUT_FILE --to ply

Convert SCN 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 SCN file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your SCN_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert SCN_INPUT_FILE --to ply

Convert SCN 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 SCN file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your SCN_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert SCN_INPUT_FILE --to ply

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