USDZ
USDZ is a 3D file format created by Apple based on Pixar's USD framework, designed specifically for AR Quick Look on iOS/iPadOS, allowing direct augmented reality previews in Safari. It is a popular choice for product display in e-commerce and marketing scenarios.
The advantage of USDZ is its no-install AR preview, but its ecosystem is concentrated on Apple devices, with limited native support on Windows/Android. Internally based on the USD system, conversion or editing requires the corresponding toolchain. For cross-platform compatibility on the web, GLB remains a more universal option.
Format Details
- Full Name
- Universal Scene Description (USDZ)
- Type
- AR / 3D Scene
- Tools
- Apple AR Quick Look
- Open With
- Notes
- Only works within Apple ecosystem (iOS/macOS)
- Not supported on Android or Windows natively
- Supported Features
- Native iOS AR Quick Look support
- PBR material compatibility
- Compact archive format
- Direct AR placement from browser
USDZ Tools
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