Text to 3D Model

Online 3D text generator: type words or phrases, export STL / 3MF / GLB.

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About This Tool

Type text to create extruded letters and nameplates. STL is best for universal 3D printing; 3MF supports separate colors for text and base; GLB retains color for web and AR. Bundled fonts (Latin characters), real-time preview.

Tips

  • 1For printing, use STL or 3MF; for web display, use GLB
  • 2Bold text with a base is easier to print
  • 3Bevel rounds edges but increases triangle count; bundled fonts are Latin only

About Configuration Options

Output Format

Output Format

DefaultSTL

Choose the download format for the generated 3D text. You can switch formats without re-entering text.

STLRecommended

Most compatible single-color mesh for universal 3D printing. Colors are not preserved.

3MF

Text and base can use separate colors; ideal for multi-material slicing (Bambu, Prusa, etc.).

GLB

Retains material colors in a single file; best for web display, AR, and import into Blender/Three.js.

Text Input

Text

DefaultAny3D.cc

The text content to convert into a 3D model. Multi-line text is supported.

Font

DefaultHelvetiker Regular

The typeface used to generate the 3D text geometry. Different fonts produce different stroke widths and character shapes.

Helvetiker RegularRecommended

Clean sans-serif typeface, medium weight. Good all-purpose choice.

Helvetiker Bold

Bold sans-serif for sturdier, more printable strokes.

Gentilis Regular

Serif typeface, medium weight. Elegant look for badges and signs.

Gentilis Bold

Bold serif for a heavier, more readable result.

Optimer Regular

Geometric sans-serif with modern proportions.

Optimer Bold

Bold geometric sans-serif for maximum stroke strength.

Size & Ratio

Width (X)

Default30

Range5 – 100

The overall width of the text geometry in millimeters.

Height (Y)

Default6

Range2 – 50

The overall height of the text geometry in millimeters.

Depth (Z)

Default3

Range0.5 – 20 · step 0.5

The extrusion depth of the text in millimeters. Controls how far the text extends outward.

Uniform Size

Lock all three dimensions to scale proportionally, preserving the aspect ratio.

Lock Ratio

DefaultOn

Keep the width-to-height ratio fixed when resizing.

OnRecommended
Off

Orientation

Orientation

DefaultUpright

Choose whether the text stands upright or lies flat for 3D printing.

UprightRecommended

Text extends upward from the build plate. Best for nameplates and signs.

Flat

Text geometry lies flat. Useful for inlay designs and flat badges.

Position Offset

Offset X

Default0

Range-50 – 50 · step 0.5

Move the text geometry left or right on the X axis.

Offset Y

Default0

Range-20 – 50 · step 0.5

Move the text geometry up or down on the Y axis.

Offset Z

Default0

Range-20 – 20 · step 0.5

Move the text geometry forward or backward on the Z axis.

Bevel

Bevel Thickness

Default0.5

Range0 – 3 · step 0.1

Controls how much the edges of the text are rounded. Adds a polished look but increases face count.

Bevel Segments

Default3

Range1 – 8

The number of segments used to create the bevel curve. More segments produce smoother bevels at the cost of more geometry.

Base Plate

Base Height

Default2

Range0.5 – 20 · step 0.5

The thickness of the base plate beneath the text. A thicker base provides more stability and keeps letters attached.

Base Padding Width

Default2

Range0 – 20 · step 0.5

Extra horizontal margin around the text on the base plate.

Base Padding Depth

Default2

Range0 – 20 · step 0.5

Extra vertical margin around the text on the base plate.

Base Bevel

DefaultOff

Whether to round the edges of the base plate.

OffRecommended
On

Base Bevel Radius

Default0.3

Range0.1 – 3 · step 0.1

The radius of the base plate corner rounding.

Base Bevel Segments

Default2

Range1 – 8

The number of segments for the base plate bevel curve.

Colors

Text Color

Default#3b82f6

The color of the extruded text geometry. For 3MF and GLB, this color is preserved in the output file.

Base Color

Default#9ca3af

The color of the base plate. Only preserved in 3MF and GLB output formats.

Format Information

Output format

Extension:
Model
Full Name:
3D Model
Type:
3D Model
Format:
Various 3D Formats
Open With:
Windows 3D ViewerBlender
Description:
Supports many 3D formats (GLB, GLTF, OBJ, FBX, STL, etc.). Drag and drop to view.

Notes:

  • Supports 20+ 3D model formats
  • Associate texture files (MTL, images) can be uploaded alongside the main model
  • All processing is local, so files never leave your browser

Supported Features:

  • Real-time GPU-accelerated rendering via WebGL
  • Orbit controls: rotate, pan, zoom
  • Wireframe and shaded display modes
  • Model info panel with vertex/face counts
  • Animation playback for animated formats

How to Use

1

Enter text

Type the text you want to turn into a 3D model. Multi-line is supported.

2

Customize geometry

Pick a font, adjust size, extrusion depth, bevel, and optional base. Choose STL, 3MF, or GLB as output format. Color updates live.

3

Download the model

Download your STL, 3MF, or GLB model, ready for 3D printing, web display, or further editing.

Frequently Asked Questions

View all FAQs

About this tool

Q

Is this a 3D text generator or just an extrusion tool?

A

Both: type text to generate 3D geometry, with adjustable font, size, extrusion, bevel, and base. Download as STL, 3MF, or GLB. It's a full online 3D text generator.

Q

Which output format should I choose?

A

STL: most compatible single-color printing. 3MF: text and base can have separate colors, ideal for Bambu/Prusa etc. GLB: retains color, good for Web/AR.

Q

Can I use Chinese or Japanese characters?

A

The bundled fonts only include Latin characters. Custom font upload and system fonts are not supported. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other missing glyphs are skipped in the preview and export.

Q

Can the generated 3D text be printed directly?

A

Yes. Use a bold font, enable the base, and set enough extrusion depth. With valid text and moderate bevel, the mesh is watertight.

Q

How do the height and thickness settings affect the result?

A

Height is the letter size (2-50 mm) and thickness is the extrusion depth (0.5-20 mm). For printing, keep the thickness around 2-3 mm so the raised letters are sturdy; for display-only models, a thinner depth keeps the file small and the look light.

Q

What does the bevel setting do?

A

Bevel rounds the edges of the letters (0-3 mm, default 0.5 mm), giving a polished look and removing fragile sharp corners for printing. It adds triangles to the mesh, so keep the bevel modest on small text to avoid heavy files.

General questions

Q

Is Any3D completely free?

A

Yes, Any3D's core features are free to use forever. We provide format conversion, model optimization, and online preview at no cost, with no registration required.

Q

Are my files uploaded to your servers?

A

No. Files you select are processed only in your browser on this device, so they never leave your device and are never sent to our servers. We don't store any user files; after processing, related data in browser memory is released.

Q

Do I need to install software?

A

No installation required. Any3D is entirely browser-based; just open the webpage to use all features. It works on Windows, Mac, Linux, and other major operating systems.

Q

Is there a file size limit?

A

The processing capacity depends on your device performance and the model's vertex count and texture complexity, rather than file size alone. We impose no file size limit, but when a model exceeds what your device can handle, the page may lag or even crash.

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