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Understanding OBJ and GLB file formats

The OBJ file format is a simple data format that represents 3D geometry. It is widely used in 3D graphics applications and is supported by many software packages. An OBJ file can contain vertex data, texture coordinates, and other 3D model data.

The GLB file format is a binary file format that represents 3D models. It is used by the GL Transmission Format (glTF), which is a standard for the efficient transmission and loading of 3D scenes and models by applications. GLB files are more compact and can include textures, making them ideal for real-time 3D graphics.

Converting OBJ to GLB

Converting an OBJ file to a GLB file can be done using various software tools. One of the best tools for this task is Blender, a free and open-source 3D creation suite.

Steps to convert OBJ to GLB using Blender

  1. Open Blender and go to File → Import → Wavefront (.obj).
  2. Select your OBJ file and click Import OBJ.
  3. Once your model is imported, go to File → Export → glTF 2.0 (.glb/.gltf).
  4. Select GLB as the format, choose your desired settings, and click Export glTF 2.0.

Using command line for conversion

If you prefer using the command line, you can use the obj2gltf tool. Here's a sample command:

obj2gltf -i input.obj -o output.glb

Replace input.obj with the path to your OBJ file and output.glb with the path where you want to save the GLB file.

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OBJ vs GLB: format comparison

How the OBJ and GLB formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the OBJ and GLB file formats
Property .OBJ Wavefront OBJ .GLB glTF Binary
Geometry Polygon mesh Both
Materials Limited Yes
Textures Referenced externally Embedded in the file
Animation No Yes
Scene hierarchy No Yes
Plain-text readable Yes No
Typical file size Medium Small
Open standard Yes Yes
Introduced 1990 2015
Developer Wavefront Technologies Khronos Group
MIME type model/obj model/gltf-binary
Open OBJ file Open GLB file

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Frequently asked questions

Is the OBJ to GLB converter free?

Yes, converting OBJ to GLB on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required.

How large can my OBJ file be?

You can upload OBJ files up to 50 MB and convert up to 1 files at once in a single batch.

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 OBJ to GLB?

No. The OBJ to GLB 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 OBJ file for this OBJ to GLB 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.

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