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3Dfiretypetransform

by BTUC·Workflow

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Why we like it

3Dfiretypetransform earns its place as a focused batch converter: point it at a folder and it outputs a chosen 3D format, with its Blender 2.79x edition the only route to .3ds output.

What is 3Dfiretypetransform?

3Dfiretypetransform is a Blender add-on from BTUC for batch-converting 3D files. Point it at a folder and it converts the contents to a 3D format you specify.

The available output formats depend on your Blender version. On Blender 2.8x and above, it converts to OBJ, FBX, GLTF, and X3D. On Blender 2.79x, the outputs are OBJ, FBX, 3DS, and X3D, and because 3DS is a common format tied to that release, Blender 2.79x is the only version that can convert to .3ds.

The download includes three editions: an English build for Blender 2.8 and 2.79, and a Chinese build for Blender 2.8. Installation differs by version, on 2.8x and up you use Edit > Preferences > Add-ons > Install, while on 2.79x you go through File > User Preferences > Add-ons > Install Add-on from File. It's released under the GPL license and listed here as free, with documentation and a demo video available.

Who is 3Dfiretypetransform best for?

3Dfiretypetransform is best for blender users who need to convert folders of 3D files into another format, including exports to .3ds through the 2.79x build.

How much does 3Dfiretypetransform cost?

3Dfiretypetransform is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Batch conversion of an entire folder of 3D files to a specified 3D format
  • Output to OBJ, FBX, GLTF, and X3D on Blender 2.8x and above
  • Output to OBJ, FBX, 3DS, and X3D on Blender 2.79x
  • .3ds export available only through the Blender 2.79x version
  • English editions for Blender 2.8 and 2.79, plus a Chinese edition for Blender 2.8
  • Documentation included
  • Demo video available

Tags

#Blender#batch conversion#file converter#3D formats#importer#exporter#OBJ#FBX

Frequently asked questions

Which Blender versions does 3Dfiretypetransform support?

3Dfiretypetransform lists support for Blender 2.79, 2.8, 2.9, and 3.0. The download bundles three editions: an English build for Blender 2.8 and 2.79, and a Chinese build for Blender 2.8. Which edition you choose matters for output formats, since the 2.8x builds and the 2.79x build export to different sets of formats. If you work across several Blender releases, you can install the matching edition for each. Check the developer's page for the exact files included in the download.

Can 3Dfiretypetransform export to .3ds format?

3Dfiretypetransform can export to .3ds, but only through its Blender 2.79x edition. 3DS is a common format tied to the Blender 2.79 release, and the newer 2.8x and above builds convert to OBJ, FBX, GLTF, and X3D instead. So if .3ds is your target format, you'll need to run the 2.79x version rather than a 2.8x or later build. OBJ, FBX, and X3D are available in both edition lines, while GLTF is limited to the 2.8x and above builds. The developer's page has the full details on each edition.

What formats can 3Dfiretypetransform convert to?

3Dfiretypetransform converts to different formats depending on the Blender version. On Blender 2.8x and above, it outputs OBJ, FBX, GLTF, and X3D. On Blender 2.79x, it outputs OBJ, FBX, 3DS, and X3D. The main difference is 3DS, which is only available in the 2.79x edition, while GLTF is offered in the 2.8x and later builds. You point the add-on at a folder of 3D files and convert the whole folder to your chosen target format.

How do I install 3Dfiretypetransform in Blender?

3Dfiretypetransform installs like a standard Blender add-on, but the menu path depends on your version. On Blender 2.8x and up, go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons > Install and select the add-on file. On Blender 2.79x, the path is File > User Preferences > Add-ons > Install Add-on from File. After installing, enable the add-on in the same panel. Make sure you install the edition that matches your Blender version, since the English and Chinese builds and the 2.79x build are packaged separately.

Is 3Dfiretypetransform free?

3Dfiretypetransform is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing and availability can change, so check the developer's page for the current terms before downloading. The add-on is released under the GPL license. The download also includes documentation and a demo video. It was published almost four years ago and covers Blender 2.79 through 3.0, so confirm on the developer's page that it fits your current Blender setup.

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