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Convert your TGA file to X3D

Use our free and fast online tool to convert your TGA (Truevision TGA) image or logo into 3D X3D (Extensible 3D Graphics) mesh/model files suitable for printing with a 3D printer or for loading into your favorite 3D editing package.

How to Convert your TGA to X3D Online?

Here are three simple steps to create an X3D file from a TGA file.

Upload a TGA

Click the "Upload a File" button and select TGA to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select your Options

Set the dimensions and other options, and click the "Convert to X3D" button to convert your TGA to X3D.

Download your X3D

Click the download link once completed to receive your X3D file.

TGA to X3D Conversion Options

Tool

This setting allows you to specify how your TGA image is converted to an X3D model. The Extrude options will extrude your image into 3D space, while the Standard options will apply a heightmap process to your image.

Detail

The setting can be used to alter the detail of the final X3D model that is created. The default setting of Medium works well for most Extrude and Heightmap conversions, with the High setting recommended for highly detailed image files.

Add Base

This setting, when given a height of more than zero, will instruct the tool to add a solid 3D base to the final X3D model. The selected unit of measurement specifies the height of the base.

Invert Output

When the Invert Output option is checked, the pixel brightness is reversed, i.e., black becomes white and white becomes black, resulting in a 3D model that is reversed.

Units

This setting tells the tool how to size the final 3D model when using the settings below for Width, Height, and Depth settings.

Upload Color Overlay

When using either the Color Extrude or Heightmap options within the Tool menu, you can optionally upload a separate image that can be used to colorize your 3D model.

Color Conversion

This setting instructs the tool on how to interpret the color information of pixels in your image, thereby influencing the creation of the 3D X3D model. The grayscale option is most commonly used when working with heightmaps, unless you are dealing with specific requirements that necessitate the use of color.

Merge Similar Colors

Use this value to merge similar colors; this is useful if the image is of low quality. A higher number can help reduce the effects of anti-aliasing in the TGA image.

Hole Reduction

With this setting, it is possible to reduce the inclusion of small holes within the 3D model caused by small, darker areas of the source TGA file, which can be useful in situations where the source image has not been optimized for use with the tool.

Transparency Conversion

When your TGA file has a transparent background, this option can instruct the tool on how to treat the transparency, with the transparency converted to either black or white.

Enable Smoothing

When this setting is enabled, the conversion tool will attempt to smooth out any "spikes" within the 3D model that are caused by contrasting pixels in the image being in close proximity to one another.

Z-Axis Mirror

With this option enabled, the tool will mirror the 3D geometry of the generated X3D model along the Z-axis.

Generate Preview

If you would like the tool to create a 3D preview of your model, then please select this option. It is on by default.

Image to X3D Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tool do?

Our tool converts image (bitmap) data into 3D geometry, which is then saved to the common X3D file format.

What files does it support?

The TGA to X3D tool can convert the most common image file formats, such as PNG, JPG or any one of our supported image formats. The output is provided in X3D format, which can be used in most 3D graphics applications.

How does the tool interpret the image pixel data?

3D geometry is created based on the luminosity of each pixel in the source image. For example, using the default tool settings, a black pixel represents a 3D pixel height of 0mm, and a white pixel represents a 3D pixel height of 10mm. Colors in between these will be converted to a 3D pixel in this range.

What does the "Invert Output" option do?

This option reverses the black-to-white range conversion, so with this option set, a black pixel will be rendered as a 3D pixel of 10mm in height, and a white pixel will be rendered as 0mm.

How do I control the Model detail?

The "Detail" option allows you to control the resolution of the created X3D file. Low detail will generate the model quickly and result in a smaller file. The High option will take longer to generate and can result in very large download files.

What does the "Enable Smoothing" option do?

With this option, the TGA to X3D converter will attempt to remove or smooth out any spikes in the resulting X3D 3D model. Spikes are usually caused by highly contrasting adjacent pixels in the source TGA file.

What is the maximum TGA resolution I can upload?

The TGA you upload can be any size; however, our tool will resize your image to a maximum of 800x800 pixels for normal users, and for premium subscription holders, this is increased to a maximum of 1200x1200 pixels.

Other Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my TGA file to X3D?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your TGA file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the TGA to X3D conversion has completed, you can download your X3D file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my TGA to X3D?

We aim to process all TGA to X3D conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the TGA to X3D conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my TGA to X3D on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the TGA file you submit to us. The resulting X3D file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert my TGA to X3D on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our TGA to X3D tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our TGA conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

Can I get support with converting my TGA to X3D?

Yes. When you have converted your TGA to X3D, there is a "Feedback" option that you can use to let us know of any issues you encountered when converting your file.

Comparing TGA and X3D Features

 

TGA Features

  • Supports Lossy Compression
  • Supports Non Lossy Compression
  • Supports Transparency
  • Supports Color Palettes
  • Supports Monochrome (1-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Colors (4-Bit)
  • Supports 256 Colors (8-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Million Colors (24-Bit)

X3D Features

  • Mesh Geometry (Vertices and Faces)
  • Vertex Normals
  • Face Normals
  • Vertex Colors
  • Face Materials (Excluding textures)
  • Textures
  • Point Cloud
  • Multiple Objects Per File
  • Object Transforms (Translation, Rotation, and Scale)
  • Bones/Joints
  • Animations
  • Suitable for 3D Printing

File Format Information for TGA to X3D

ExtensionTGA
Full NameTruevision TGA
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/x-targa
FormatBinary
ToolsTGA Converters, Create Cookie Cutter, TGA Viewer
Open WithPaint.NET

Description

The TGA format was originally defined in 1984 by AT&T EPICenter and later became Truevision following a successful buyout. The format is a raster graphics format for use originally with high-end PC graphics cards intended for use in video editing, with the format mainly supporting NTSC and PAL video resolutions.

The format stores images in various levels of color depth, starting at 2-bits-per-pixel (bpp) all the way to 32-bit, where color would occupy 24-bits with the final 8-bits dedicated to the alpha channel. The format of the file is fairly simple compared to other formats of the time, such as BMP and TIFF.

ExtensionX3D
Full NameExtensible 3D Graphics
Type3D Model
Mime Typemodel/x3d+xml
FormatText
ToolsX3D Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create X3D Animation, Compress X3D, X3D Asset Extractor, Text to X3D, X3D Viewer
Open WithBlender, MeshLab

Description

The X3D file format was introduced in 2002 as a successor to the 3D VRML (WRL) file format. X3D files contain 3D mesh and model information defined using vertices, faces, normals, and material data, making them broadly as capable as the older VRML format.

X3D files are structured XML text-based files that allow full 3D scenes to contain models comprised of 3D mesh data and other simple shapes. There are browser extensions that allow X3D files to be directly embedded within HTML to allow rendering directly to a web page; however, the format has not seen widespread adoption.

X3D Notes

X3D files support material and color information. If your uploaded model contains color information, our tool will attempt to save this in the X3D file at the end of the conversion process. Texture information is not supported at this time.

Supported Features

  • Mesh geometry
  • Mesh material colors
  • Vertex colors

Unsupported Features

  • Textures

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