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XYZ Point Cloud Viewer

Upload an XYZ file and convert it instantly to Image. 100% client-side — your files never leave your device.

Drop your XYZ file here or click to upload

Accepts .xyz files · Multiple files supported

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100% Private

All conversion happens in your browser using the Canvas API and FileReader API. Your XYZ files are never uploaded to any server.

What is an XYZ file?

An .XYZ file is a plain-text format used to store 3D point cloud data. Each line represents a single point in 3D space described by its X, Y, and Z coordinates. Some XYZ files also include optional RGB columns for colour information — captured by LiDAR scanners, photogrammetry tools, CAD applications, or molecular modelling software.

How to Convert XYZ to Image

Upload XYZ file

Drag & drop your .xyz file into the upload area or click to browse. Multiple files are supported.

Choose output format

Select Image as the format and adjust quality settings.

Click Convert File

The browser-based engine parses your point cloud and renders it onto an HTML5 canvas automatically.

Download result

Preview the rendered image and download as Image, or use "Download All" for batch results.

Why Convert XYZ to Image?

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Visualise point clouds

XYZ files aren't viewable in standard image viewers. Converting to Image lets you preview your 3D data as a standard 2D image instantly.

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Easy sharing

Share converted images via email, messaging apps, and social media without requiring specialist 3D software on the recipient's side.

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Reports & documentation

Embed rendered point cloud images in reports, presentations, and websites without needing complex 3D viewers or WebGL support.

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Scientific publishing

Export molecular structure or scan data as publication-ready images for journals, papers, and academic submissions.

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Fast & free

No installation, no account, no waiting. Convert XYZ files to images in seconds directly in your browser.

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Private & secure

Your data never leaves your device. Conversion happens entirely client-side using the HTML5 Canvas API and FileReader API.

Frequently Asked Questions

What XYZ file formats are supported?

Standard XYZ point cloud files with whitespace-separated X Y Z columns. Files with optional RGB colour values (6 columns) are also supported and will render in colour.

Is there a file size limit?

Since conversion is entirely client-side, the only limit is your browser's available memory. Files with millions of points are typically handled well on modern devices.

What is the difference between formats?

JPG produces smaller file sizes (ideal for sharing) but uses lossy compression. PNG is lossless and preserves every pixel. WebP provides the best balance of compression and quality.

Can I convert multiple XYZ files at once?

Yes! You can upload multiple .xyz files and convert them in a single batch. Download results separately or use "Download All" to get all converted files at once.

Are my XYZ files uploaded to your servers?

No. All processing happens locally in your browser using the FileReader and Canvas APIs. Your files are never sent to or stored on any server.

What does the rendered image look like?

The converter renders a top-down 2D view of your point cloud. Points are coloured using a depth-based heatmap (blue = far, orange = near). If your XYZ file includes RGB data, the actual colours are used instead.