How to Convert Point Clouds to COPC in Quantiscan
Learn how to convert your point cloud files to COPC format in Quantiscan — the file format required for streaming and viewing large datasets in the platform. COPC files load instantly, stream only the data you need as you navigate, and eliminate the memory limitations that slow down traditional point cloud workflows.
This video walks through the conversion process, output settings, and when to use the browser converter vs. the desktop app for larger files.
Timestamps:
0:00 - What is COPC and why it matters
0:31 - How COPC streaming works in practice
1:05 - Advantages over traditional point cloud loading
1:32 - Converting a file using the Convert tab
2:30 - Browser converter limitations for very large files
3:08 - Using the desktop app for higher performance & quality
3:42 - Conversion speed comparison: browser vs. desktop
3:55 - Output quality and tiling differences