BLEND to 3DS: how to convert Blender files
FurniMesh can't open .blend files or write 3DS. Here's what to do instead.
Quick answer: FurniMesh can't open .blend files or create 3DS files, and Blender has no built-in 3DS export (a Blender extension can add one). Otherwise, export GLB from Blender (File → Export → glTF 2.0 (.glb/.gltf), then choose glTF Binary (.glb)) and use a 3D tool that writes 3DS. Blender is free, so this route costs nothing.
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How to convert BLEND to 3DS
- Open the .blend file in Blender (free from blender.org).
- Select File → Export → glTF 2.0 (.glb/.gltf) and choose glTF Binary (.glb). This saves a GLB file, which most 3D tools can open.
- Open the GLB in a 3D tool that writes 3DS. FurniMesh's converter doesn't produce 3DS files.
What is kept and what is lost converting BLEND to 3DS?
| Property | In BLEND | In 3DS |
|---|---|---|
| Mesh geometry | Yes | Kept |
| UV coordinates | Yes | Kept |
| Materials & textures | Yes | Kept |
| Vertex colors | Yes | Dropped |
| Animation | Yes | Kept |
| Rigging / skinning | Yes | Dropped |
| Scene hierarchy | Yes | Kept |
| Real-world units | Yes | Dropped |
3DS is a legacy Autodesk 3D Studio format that stores mesh geometry, UVs, basic materials and simple animation, with technical limits inherited from the 1990s.
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File format information for BLEND and 3DS
Detailed information about the source and target file formats, including their capabilities and specifications.
BLEND Format
BLEND (Blender): A proprietary file format (.blend) used by Blender 3D software. It stores complete 3D scenes including geometry, materials, textures, animations, and lighting. Ideal for professional 3D modeling and animation workflows.
BLEND Converter Capabilities
When converting 3D model or mesh files using our BLEND converter, we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.
3DS Format
3DS (3D Studio): A proprietary file format (.3ds) developed by Autodesk for 3D Studio. It stores 3D models, materials, and animations but has size limitations and is less common today.
3DS Converter Capabilities
When converting 3D model or mesh files using our 3DS converter, we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.
Information for converting from BLEND to 3DS
About BLEND to 3DS
FurniMesh writes BLEND files (from GLB, OBJ, FBX, STL and more files, or from a photo) but can't read them: opening a .blend file needs Blender. FurniMesh's converter doesn't write 3DS either, so export GLB from Blender and use a tool that writes 3DS.