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GLM at a glance
GLM
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STEP at a glance
STEP
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Format comparison
| Feature | GLM | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Cad | Cad |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
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| Layer support | Supported | Not supported |
| Vector scaling | Supported | Supported |
| Structured data | Supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use GLM
- Your source file is already in GLM.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to STEP.
- GLM is commonly used in cad workflows.
When to use STEP
- Your target workflow expects STEP.
- Improve delivery compatibility with STEP.
- STEP is commonly used in cad workflows.
FAQs
Why convert GLM to STEP?
This conversion is usually chosen when STEP fits downstream cad delivery better.
What changes when converting GLM to STEP?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to STEP removes layer support. Moving to STEP removes structured data.
What should I review after converting GLM to STEP?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.