Free Online 3DS to GLB Converter

Here is our free to use 3DS to GLB 3D model converter tool that will take your 3DS file and convert it to the GLB format ready for loading into your favourite 3D modeling package. Our 3D model converter supports batch processing of your files and can convert up to 20 3DS files at one time.

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.

The 3DS to GLB model conversion tool will analyse your 3DS file and convert its 3D mesh data including vertices, surfaces and where applicable vector normals and texture coordinates to the GLB format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original 3DS 3D model file.

File information for 3DS and GLB

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The format is still in use today though was superseded some time ago by the MAX format that is used by the Autodesk 3ds Max modeling application.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.

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.

Full Name	Graphics Language Transmission Format
Extension	GLB
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	model/gltf-binary
Format	Binary

The Khronos Group developed GLB files as a format for storing complex 3D models. The format was first introduced in 2015 and aimed to create a format that could be easily adopted by third-party developers. Subsequent versions have followed this initial release, adding more complex features.

Support for GLB files is growing and has found support in many modern 3D model editors, such as Blender, which currently supports importing from and exporting to the GLB format.

Mesh Geometry

At the heart of the GLB format is its ability to store 3D geometric mesh data, which comprises vertices, faces, normals (both face and vertex normals), and texture coordinates. The data is saved in a compact binary format, ensuring GLB files are compact and easy to distribute.

GLB Converter Capabilities

As the GLB format currently does not support the use of material colors in 3D models when created using our tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted GLB file.

How to Convert your 3DS to GLB?

Here are two steps to convert your 3DS to GLB using our free 3DS converter tool.

Upload your 3DS file

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

Download your GLB

Click the download link to receive your GLB file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my 3DS to GLB?

First, click the "Select File" button and choose your 3DS file. We will upload and convert your 3DS file. Once the conversion from 3DS to GLB completes, use the provided link to download your GLB file.

How long does it take to convert my 3DS file to GLB?

We aim to process all 3DS to GLB file conversions as soon as possible; this should take around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer for larger files.

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.