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