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Convert your TGA file to GLB

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Use our free and fast online tool to convert your TGA (Truevision TGA) image or logo into 3D GLB (Graphics Language Transmission Format) 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 GLB Online?

Here are three simple steps to create an GLB 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 GLB" button to convert your TGA to GLB.

Download your GLB

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

Image to GLB Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tool do?

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

What files does it support?

The TGA to GLB 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 GLB 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 GLB 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 GLB converter will attempt to remove or smooth out any spikes in the resulting GLB 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 GLB?

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

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

We aim to process all TGA to GLB 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 GLB 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 GLB on ImageToStl.com?

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

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

Yes! Our TGA to GLB 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.

Comparing TGA and GLB 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)

GLB 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 GLB

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.

ExtensionGLB
Full NameGraphics Language Transmission Format
Type3D Model
Mime Typemodel/gltf-binary
FormatBinary
ToolsGLB Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create GLB Animation, GLB Asset Extractor, Text to GLB, GLB Viewer
Open WithBlender, MeshLab

Description

The GLB file format, which can also have the GLTF file extension depending on whether the content is binary or text/JSON, is a 3D file format used to describe 3D worlds and, as such, contains geometric data such as vertices, faces, normals, animations, and other 3D scene-related data.

The format, described by its creators as the "JPEG of 3D", has gained in popularity and is supported by a wide range of 3D modeling applications such as Blender and MeshLab. The GLB format is an open standard that is maintained by the Khronos Group.

GLB Notes

If your original model file contains texture images and other texture-related data, these will be included in the final GLB file.

Supported Features

  • V2.0 and above files only
  • Mesh geometry
  • Materials
  • Textures

Unsupported Features

  • Animations

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