The STL (Stereolithography) format is the standard for 3D printing, used to describe an object's geometry as a triangle mesh. Converting STL to GLB/glTF lets you display your 3D models on the web or in real-time applications.
Launch Eyemesh and open your STL file: drag and drop the file into the window, or use File > Open (Cmd+O). STL files contain no textures — the model will display with a default material.
Inspect your model in the 3D view. Check that textures and materials display correctly. If textures are missing, use the Texture Manager to reassign them manually.
Click the export icon in the toolbar, select the GLB or glTF format, choose a save location, and confirm. The file is ready to embed on the web or in a real-time 3D application.
STL (Stereolithography) is a format created by 3D Systems for 3D printing. It describes only the surface geometry of an object as a triangulated mesh, with no color, texture, or material. Available in ASCII or binary, it is the most widespread format for additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping.
glTF (GL Transmission Format) is an open Khronos Group format, often called the "JPEG of 3D". Its binary version GLB packages geometry, PBR materials, textures, and animations into a single file. It is the standard format for web 3D (Three.js, Babylon.js, model-viewer) and cross-platform AR/VR experiences.
Download Eyemesh on the Mac App Store and convert your STL files to GLB/glTF in just a few clicks.