Merge EDU allows students and teachers to upload their own 3D objects to be viewed on the Merge Cube using the Object Viewer app. Students can visualize their own 3D creations in the palm of their hand, allowing for rapid iteration, sharing, and feedback during the creation process. It can also be used as a “print preview” tool when 3D printing, or can be an alternative to 3D printing altogether.

In this article, we will introduce the main components you’ll need to effectively upload your 3D creations onto the Merge EDU Platform: 

• How to upload an object with Merge Uploader (found on the Dashboard)
• How Upload or 3D Scan Objects using the Merge Creator App
• Visualize your objects on the Merge Cube with the Object Viewer app
• Preparing Objects for Upload
• Finding 3D Objects online

Students and Teachers can upload their own 3D creations to the Merge Cube using the Object Uploader found on the Merge Dashboard. Objects uploaded using the Object Uploader can then be viewed and shared using the Merge Object Viewer app.

Learn how to upload a 3D Object with Merge Uploader here

You can upload or 3D scan objects using the Merge Creator app, as well as add multimedia labels and edit how your objects appear on the Merge Cube or in World mode!

Learn how to use the Merge Creator app here

Visualizing your 3D creations on the Merge Cube makes it easy to inspect them up close from all angles, and to share with teachers and classmates for feedback.

Learn how to view your own 3D Objects with the Merge Cube here 

Merge EDU accepts OBJ, FBX, STL, and GLTF file types, as well as ZIP archives containing the model and associated textures (so long as the model is one of those four file types). Most mainstream 3D modeling and scanning software can export objects into one or more of these file types. Be sure your models are under 100 mb. To learn how to export your objects, check out these articles:

• Exporting Objects from Tinkercad
• Exporting Objects from Fusion 360
• Exporting Objects from Qlone
• Exporting Objects from Trnio
• Exporting Objects from Minecraft 3D
• Exporting Objects from Maya

Creating your own 3D Objects isn’t the only way you can upload 3D objects to view on the Merge Cube. You can also find existing 3D objects online, which can be used to enhance lessons and presentations.

Read this article to learn how to find useful 3D objects online

Happy creating!