3D Scan 101 with Mia: Ultimate Guide of 3D File Formats
Confused by all the different 3D file formats out there?
STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, GLB, STEP, IGES, 3MF… 🤯What do they actually mean, and when should you use each one?
This episode of 3D SCAN 101 breaks down the most common 3D data formats used in 3D scanning, 3D printing, CAD engineering, AR/VR, and digital workflows — all in one clear and practical guide.📁✨
Whether you're a maker, engineer, 3D artist, or scanning enthusiast, understanding file formats will help you choose the right data for printing, modeling, inspection, or visualization.🔧🖨️
👉 Bonus: At the end of the video, we recap the best file formats for different applications — perfect for screenshot-saving and quick reference.📸✔️
00:00 Intro – Why 3D File Formats Matter
00:42 Mesh File Formats Overview
01:02 STL – 3D Printing & Inspection Standard
01:33 3MF – STL with Color & Materials
02:05 Point Cloud Basics – ASC & LAS
02:21 PLY – Point Clouds with Color
02:32 OBJ – Sharing Geometry & Textures
02:50 GLB / glTF – Web, Apps & AR
03:05 CAD File Formats Explained
03:25 STEP – Universal CAD Exchange
03:37 IGES – Legacy CAD Format
03:57 Summary – Which 3D File Format Should You Use?
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