About 3D Viewer for Google Drive
3D Viewer for Google Drive is a lightweight viewer that opens GLB, GLTF, FBX, OBJ, and STL files directly from Google Drive and Gmail without downloading. It provides basic measurement, snapshot tools and an option to generate AI renders using nano banana.
Review
This tool addresses a common gap for people who store 3D files in Google Drive by letting them preview models inline and share feedback. The interface is focused on speed and simplicity, with collaboration features like comments and measurement annotations built into the viewer.
Key Features
- Broad format support: GLB, GLTF, FBX, OBJ, STL and other common 3D file types.
- Direct Drive and Gmail integration: open files from your Drive or view attachments without downloads.
- Measurement and snapshot tools: measure parts of a mesh and capture images for documentation or review.
- AI rendering with nano banana: generate photorealistic renders from snapshots (AI feature available in-app).
- Commenting and simple collaboration: add comments on models in a Google Docs-style workflow.
Pricing and Value
The core viewer is available for free. The free tier limits the gallery to a maximum of 25 files at a time; you can delete items to open new ones. AI render functionality is currently available but is planned to be gated behind a paid "pro" plan in the future. For users who primarily need quick previews, annotations, and basic snapshots within Drive, the free tier offers strong immediate value; teams that rely on AI renders or larger galleries should expect a paid option down the line.
Pros
- Seamless integration with Google Drive and Gmail for quick previews without downloads.
- Supports a wide range of 3D file formats common to design and 3D printing workflows.
- Clean, minimal interface that focuses on viewing, measuring, and commenting.
- Built-in commenting and measurement tools help simplify feedback loops between collaborators.
- Free tier makes it easy to try without committing to a paid plan.
Cons
- Free gallery is limited to 25 files, which can be restrictive for larger projects or libraries.
- No full native mobile app support yet (the web app has a mobile-friendly version but in-app mobile preview is limited).
- AI render capabilities are likely to be moved to a paid plan, which may add cost for users who rely on that feature.
Overall, 3D Viewer for Google Drive is a practical solution for designers, engineers, and hobbyists who store models in Drive and need fast previews and feedback tools. It works best as a lightweight preview and review tool rather than a replacement for full 3D modeling software, and it will be especially useful for teams that exchange models by email or Drive and want to reduce download friction.
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