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Private STL Viewer and Model Inspector

Open ASCII or binary STL files locally in an inspection-grade 360° viewer with engineering views, measurement, X-ray, section planes, screenshots/fullscreen, topology diagnostics, dimensions, area, and volume.

Why this tool is different

Before slicing or sharing a model, makers often need both a real spatial preview and quick measurements. This viewer keeps the STL on your device while providing an interactive solid 3D inspection workspace.

Requirements and recommendations

Inspect the model from every side

  • Choose an ASCII or binary STL no larger than the browser safety limit.
  • Drag to orbit, scroll or pinch to zoom, and use the preset views to verify orientation and readable faces.
  • Confirm XYZ dimensions and triangle count, and treat volume as approximate unless the mesh is known to be closed and consistently oriented.
How OpenFileTools processes it

Local processing, explicit choices.

The browser parses STL triangles, runs shared-edge topology diagnostics, calculates bounds/surface/volume statistics, builds the exact local Three.js mesh, and provides orbit, measurement, clipping-section, X-ray, screenshot, and fullscreen inspection without sending geometry to a server.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered.

Can this repair an STL?

No. It currently inspects the mesh and reports measurements; it does not silently alter geometry.

Why can text look mirrored from one side?

Raised text is readable from its intended front face and naturally appears mirrored when you rotate behind the model. Use the Front preset to verify the intended +Z face.

Why can volume be wrong?

STL volume calculations assume a closed mesh with consistent triangle orientation.

Related guide

Learn more about this task.

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