VRML to DAE Conversion
Follow these steps to seamlessly change VRML to DAE with our converter:
Install Autoconverter
Download and install Autoconverter on your system. Launch the software to convert VRML files to DAE format.
Import VRML File
Click Open... to load your VRML (.wrl, .vrml) file, or drag and drop it into the application window.
Export to DAE Format
Use Save As... to export your file to the DAE mesh file format (.dae).
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VRML File - Virtual Reality Modeling Language (.WRL)
VRML (.wrl and .vrml files) are text-based 3D file formats used to describe interactive virtual environments and 3D objects. Often called the "HTML of 3D", VRML specifies how shapes, materials, lighting, textures, and even animations are displayed in virtual spaces. Originally designed for web-based 3D content, VRML can still be opened in compatible 3D software or browser plugins, and remains relevant in legacy and educational applications.
Key Features of VRML/WRL Files
- 3D Geometry Support: Defines primitive shapes (boxes, spheres, cones) and complex polygonal meshes.
- Visual Appearance: Includes color, texture, transparency, material properties, and lighting effects.
- Scene Graph Hierarchy: Organizes 3D elements using a structured node-based architecture for animations and interactions.
- X3D Compatibility: VRML became an ISO standard in 1997 and served as the foundation for X3D, its modern XML-based successor.
Convert VRML (.WRL) to Other 3D Formats
With our advanced Autoconverter and Automesher Application, you can easily convert VRML/WRL files to STL, OBJ, PLY, FBX, STEP, and other popular 3D formats. Whether you are migrating legacy 3D assets or preparing models for 3D printing, animation, or CAD workflows, our VRML file converters ensure accuracy and compatibility across platforms.
Transform outdated VRML files into modern 3D formats effortlessly - streamline your pipeline and unlock new possibilities for interactive and professional 3D projects today.
DAE File Format (COLLADA) - 3D Model Exchange Standard
DAE (Digital Asset Exchange) is a widely supported, XML-based 3D file format designed for seamless interoperability between digital content creation tools. Developed by Sony and maintained by the Khronos Group, the COLLADA standard enables the efficient exchange of complex 3D assets - including mesh geometries, materials, skeletons, and animation data—across different software platforms.
Key Features of DAE/COLLADA Files
- Reusable Geometry: Enables multiple objects to reference the same geometry instance, minimizing file size and improving performance.
- Multi-Texture Support: Supports advanced material properties with multiple texture images and coordinate sets for each mesh face.
- Opacity and Object Grouping: Allows control over transparency and organizes objects into named groups for easier scene editing and manipulation.
Convert DAE Files to Other 3D Formats
With Autoconverter and Autoshaper, you can accurately convert DAE (COLLADA) files to other popular 3D formats such as STL, OBJ, SKP, DWG, 3MF, and more. These tools use the open-source OpenCOLLADA framework to ensure full support for both COLLADA 1.4 and 1.5 specifications. Preserve animations, materials, and scene hierarchy with reliable conversion powered by OpenCOLLADA.
Streamline your 3D pipeline with powerful DAE file conversion tools - ideal for game developers, animators, and CAD professionals working across platforms.
VRML vs DAE Comparison
| Property | VRML | DAE |
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| Extensions | .wrl, .vrml | .dae |
| Name | Virtual Reality Modeling Language | Collada Digital Asset Exchange |
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