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Image to 3D

Turn any photo into a 3D model

Image to 3D converts photos, text descriptions, or multiple reference angles into fully-textured 3D models you can import directly into Blender, Maya, Unreal Engine, or Unity. The output is a GLB file with physically based rendering materials and an interactive 3D viewer inside Claude.

Turning a product photo or concept sketch into a 3D asset used to take hours of modeling work. This tool does it in 1-3 minutes, producing game-ready or high-fidelity hero assets depending on the model you choose.

What you can do

  • image_to_3d — generate a 3D model from a single photo, with choice of high-fidelity PBR or game-ready low-poly output
  • text_to_3d — generate a 3D model from a text description — describe the object, material, and style
  • multiview_to_3d — produce a higher-accuracy model from 2-4 photos of the same object from different angles

Who it's for

Game developers creating props and characters, product designers visualizing concepts in 3D, e-commerce teams building product configurators, and architects or designers creating object assets for spatial rendering.

How to use it

  1. Use image_to_3d with a single photo URL for most objects — choose H3.1 for maximum fidelity with PBR textures or P1 for game-ready topology
  2. Use text_to_3d with a descriptive prompt for objects you don't have a photo of
  3. Use multiview_to_3d for best results — provide front, left, back, and right views if possible
  4. Set texture_quality and geometry_quality to "detailed" on H3.1 for print or hero-asset quality; add quad:true for rigging-ready meshes

Getting started

Connect your account to activate 3D generation — models take 1-3 minutes and return a GLB you can view interactively before downloading.

Image to 3D

Generate a 3D model from a single image. Supports Tripo H3.1 (high-fidelity PBR), Tripo P1 (game-ready low-poly), and ReconViaGen (multi-angle capable). Outputs GLB — import directly into Blender, Maya, Unreal, or Unity. Takes 1-3 minutes.

Returns: GLB model URL (importable into Blender, Maya, Unreal, Unity, etc.), preview image, and interactive 3D viewer. H3.1/P1 also return separate base_model_url and pbr_model_url variants.
Text to 3D

Generate a 3D model from a text description using Tripo H3.1 or P1. Outputs GLB with PBR textures — import into Blender, Maya, Unreal, or Unity. Takes 1-3 minutes.

Returns: GLB model URL (importable into Blender, Maya, Unreal, Unity, etc.), preview image, and interactive 3D viewer. H3.1/P1 also return separate base_model_url and pbr_model_url variants.
Multiview to 3D

Generate a high-accuracy 3D model from multiple photos of the same object. Tripo H3.1 accepts 2-4 images (front/left/back/right order). ReconViaGen accepts 1+ images from any angles. Outputs GLB — import into Blender, Maya, Unreal, or Unity. Takes 1-3 minutes.

Returns: GLB model URL (importable into Blender, Maya, Unreal, Unity, etc.), preview image, and interactive 3D viewer. H3.1/P1 also return separate base_model_url and pbr_model_url variants.
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v0.012026-04-19
  • Initial release — H3.1 and P1 image/text/multiview-to-3D via Tripo3D, ReconViaGen 0.5 multi-image reconstruction

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really turn a photo into a 3D model?

Yes. Upload any clear photo and the tool generates a complete 3D mesh with textures. Objects with distinct features and good lighting produce the best results. For more accurate geometry on all sides, photograph the object from multiple angles — front, sides, and back.

What file format does it output, and which software can open it?

It outputs a GLB file, which is the standard format for 3D models. You can open it directly in Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine, Unity, or any application that supports GLTF. No conversion or additional software needed.

Can I generate a 3D model from a text description instead of a photo?

Yes. The text-to-3D skill generates a model from a written description. Describe the shape, material, and style — for example, a medieval wooden chest with iron hinges — and it builds the model for you.

How long does it take to generate a 3D model?

Most conversions finish in 1 to 3 minutes. Standard quality settings are faster. Setting texture quality or geometry quality to detailed takes a little longer but produces more refined output.

What's the difference between uploading one image versus multiple?

A single image works well for most objects and is the quickest route. Multiple photos from different angles — front, sides, and back — give the model better geometry on less-visible surfaces. Use multiple photos when you need accuracy, such as for product replicas or detailed props.