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View 3D LWO Files Online

Use this free tool to view your 3D LWO (LightWave Object File) files online without needing to install any software. Our LWO viewer tool will generate a real-time 3D preview of your LWO file with Pan and Zoom controls, allowing you to see your 3D model from any angle.

Our LWO viewing tool can load most LWO files, and we are working on improvements all the time to improve compatibility with all file formats. If you are looking to convert your 2D image files to 3D files, such as STL, then we have a 2D to 3D conversion tool here.

How to View your LWO File Online?

Here are two simple steps to display your LWO file in any web browser.

Upload an LWO

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

View your LWO

Once processed, your LWO file will be displayed in the web browser.

File Format Information for LWO

Extension	LWO
Full Name	LightWave Object File
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary
Tools	LWO Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create LWO Animation, LWO Asset Extractor, LWO Viewer

Description

The LWO, or LightWave 3D Object file, is a 3D graphics file format originally released in 1990 and available for the Amiga, Mac OS, and Windows. The LightWave software was developed by NewTek and is used in the television and film production of 3D digital effects.

The LightWave software is still a popular choice for 3D modeling and digital effects, with the most recent version being released in 2021. The format can contain 3D model or mesh information along with material and animations.

LWO 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

Frequently Asked Questions

My LWO file contains textures, how do I upload these?

If your LWO file has separate texture (PNG, JPG etc.) files, you can place these additional files, along with the LWO file within a ZIP or other compressed archive file and upload this.

How long does it take to view my LWO file?

We aim to process all LWO file viewing requests as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger or more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the LWO file viewer?

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