Free Online 3DS Converter

This is our free-to-use 3DS file conversion tool that can be used to convert your 3DS file into any number of other 3D model formats. Our 3DS converter will extract the 3D model geometry contained within your file and accurately convert it to the desired format without any loss of detail. Our 3DS converter also has a batch processing mode whereby you may upload up to a maximum of 20 files to be converted in one go.

Select File(s)

Drag and drop your files here to upload or click the button above.
A maximum of 20 files can be converted at once.

Please note: Your 3DS file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted 3DS file file before this time.
Our 3DS conversion tool supports converting to the following file types: BLEND, DAE, FBX, GLB, OBJ, PLY, SKP, STL

Our 3DS converter will extract the vertices, faces, and other geometric data that forms the structure of your 3D model and convert it to the requested format. If the selected format supports external texture files, these can be uploaded along with your 3DS model file, and these will be processed accordingly.

3DS file information

Full Name	3D Studio Mesh
Extension	3DS
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

The 3DS file format is one of the older, some may say classic, 3D file formats designed to store fully textured 3D models. Developed in the early 1990's, the 3DS format was to be the standard format for the popular 3D Studio modeling application.

The format is still in use today though was superseded some time ago by the MAX format that is used by the Autodesk 3ds Max modeling application. Although out of favor as a preferred storage format for modern 3D models, the 3DS format is still important due to the huge library of existing 3D models that exist in this format.

The reason for the 3DS format being classified as a legacy format becomes clear when looking closely at its technical attributes. The 3DS format is seriously limited in areas such as texture filename formats and, more crucially, the limited number of surfaces that can be stored within a 3D model.

3DS Converter Capabilities

As the 3DS format currently does not support the use of material colors when used by tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted file.

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How to Convert your 3DS file Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to convert your 3DS file using our free 3DS file file conversion tool.

Upload your 3DS file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select a 3DS file file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select file type

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

Download your file

Click the download link to get your converted file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to use the 3DS file conversion tools?

Yes, there is no cost to using our conversion tools.

Are there any 3DS file conversion limits?

At this time, we do not have any usage limits other than the maximum of 20 file uploads per conversion run.

How long do I need to wait for my converted file to be completed?

The size of your 3DS file will affect processing times, so please allow for this. For smaller files of around 5MB, our tools will aim to have it completed within a few seconds.

How is my 3DS file converted, whats involved?

When you upload your file to our site, we use a set of bespoke conversion components to, as accurately as possible, convert your file to the requested format. When the conversion is complete you will see a download link with which to retrieve your converted file.

Is the 3DS format suitable for 3D printing?

No. Most 3D printing slicer software will not support the 3DS format. It is recommended to convert your 3DS file to the STL format if you wish to 3D print it.