GLTF File Extension

GLTF file extension is created by The Khronos Group, also known as GL Transmission Format File. GLTF has been classified as 3D Image Files. You can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open GLTF files in Microsoft 3D Builder program.

GL Transmission Format File Type

What is a GLTF File Type?

GLTF can be used to save and share digital assets between different 3D modeling tools, such as .DAE files. However, they are optimized for download speed and loading time at the downloads; execution, making them easier to use in the mobile and web 3D modeling programs. It also acts as a simplified format for downloading from online digital databases, such as Remix 3D.

These files may include embedded resources or refer to external resources. If a GLTF file comes with separate resources, they most likely will be the following files:

The glTF is designed to be a scalable, scalable and efficient format for the transmission and loading of 3D content. The goals are: compact file size, fast loading, full 3D representation of the scene, independence of execution, and extensibility to accompany later developments. Click here for more info on glTF.

Free online GLTF Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .GLTF (GL Transmission Format File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to GLTF, merge, split and compare the GLTF files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

GLTF Converter

Open GLTF

Edit GLTF

Compare GLTF Files

Merge GLTF Files

Split GLTF Files

GLTF Metadata Viewer

GLTF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the GL Transmission Format File .GLTF File Extensions while opening the .GLTF files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open GLTF Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for GL Transmission Format File on your system such as Microsoft 3D Builder.
2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft 3D Builder program for *.gltf (GL Transmission Format File) files.
   
   

   Associate GLTF Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.GLTF (e.g example.gltf) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft 3D Builder program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .gltf files.
   
   

   Associate GLTF Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.GLTF (e.g example.gltf) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft 3D Builder program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft 3D Builder extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related GLTF File Extensions

GLTF default file extension is .GLTF and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for GLTF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the GLTF files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open GLTF File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Microsoft 3D Builder 000 for Windows	Free	Microsoft
	Blender 2 for Windows	Open Source	Blender
	Adobe Dimension CC 2018 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe

Open GLTF File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Blender 2 for MacOs	Open Source	Blender
	Adobe Dimension CC 2018 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe

Open GLTF file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Blender 2 for Linux	Open Source	Blender

Open GLTF file on Web

	Software	License	Developer
	Microsoft Remix 3D 000 for Web	Free	Microsoft

Open GLTF file on iOS

Open GLTF file on Android

About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About GLTF - GL Transmission Format File

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