Free online LAS to XYZ converter
Convert LAS lidar point clouds to XYZ text for software that requires coordinate rows.
LAS to XYZ
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How to convert las to xyz file
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Some 3D modeling and point-cloud programs accept plain XYZ point files but cannot read LAS. Converting lets you import the points as text; it can also make a dataset easier to inspect or share, though the text file may be much larger than the original.
What the LAS format is
LAS is a binary format for lidar point-cloud data, commonly produced by airborne, mobile, and terrestrial laser-scanning workflows. It stores coordinates and can also include attributes such as intensity, classification, return number, GPS time, and RGB color. Surveying, GIS, and point-cloud software such as ReCap, Global Mapper, and CloudCompare can create or export LAS files.
What the XYZ format is
XYZ is a plain-text point-cloud format, usually one point per line with X, Y, and Z coordinates. It is easy to inspect and import into modeling or scientific software that accepts delimited coordinate data. XYZ has no single strict convention: programs may expect spaces or commas, different column orders, or optional attribute columns.
How to convert LAS to XYZ
Online on 101convert.com
- Upload the LAS file on the 101convert.com converter page.
- Choose XYZ as the output format and start the conversion.
- Download the converted file. The page supports batch conversion; check its displayed per-file size limit.
Offline with desktop software
CloudCompare is a free point-cloud application for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the LAS file with File → Open, select the point cloud, then use File → Save and choose an ASCII cloud format such as XYZ. In the export options, select the coordinate columns and delimiter expected by the receiving program.
PDAL is free, open-source point-cloud software available for major desktop operating systems. With its text writer installed, run:
pdal translate input.las output.xyz writers.text --writers.text.order="X,Y,Z" --writers.text.delimiter=" "
Replace the filenames as needed. Check the resulting file in the target application; some programs require a header, while others expect coordinate rows only.
Quality and compatibility
Exporting only X, Y, and Z drops LAS attributes such as classification, intensity, and color unless you explicitly include them as extra columns and the target program supports that layout. Basic XYZ text generally does not carry LAS coordinate reference system metadata, so record the CRS separately if the points must retain a known geographic or projected reference. Text exports can also be substantially larger than binary LAS files.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the LAS to XYZ converter free?
Yes, converting LAS to XYZ on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my LAS file be?
You can upload LAS files up to 30 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 500 MB per file and 5 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert LAS to XYZ?
No. The LAS to XYZ conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid LAS file for this LAS to XYZ conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.