Convert X3D to JSON: The Fundamental Knowledge

X3D to JSON: Resources

Refer to the following resources for additional support on the interoperability and exchange of X3D and JSON file formats. They will assist you in transitioning from X3D to JSON files.


X3D File X3D

The X3D (Extensible 3D) file format is an open-source and royalty-free XML based format, developed and maintained by the Web3D Consortium. It’s designed to store two or three-dimensional models along with various visualization data, including light sources, viewport information, camera properties, special effects, and more. X3D serves as an advanced extension and a replacement for the original VRML file format, which was primarily used in web applications. Both of our X3D file converters, Autoconverter and Automesher Application, allow for the import and export of mesh entities from X3D files. For optimized file sizes, you have the option to use the binary X3DB file format instead of the default text-based X3D file.


CityJSON File JSO

JSON (CityJSON) is an optimized version of the CityGML OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) file format, designed for the efficient storage and exchange of 3D city models and landscapes. The CityJSON file format supports city object names, nested hierarchy, reusable geometry component instances, and custom materials with texture images. Our Autoconverter JSON file converter facilitates seamless reading and writing of CityJSON JSON geometries with custom attributes. It also allows for smooth conversion between other common 3D mesh file formats.