MeshLabServer is a command-line tool that serves as an interface for MeshLab, a software used for processing 3D meshes. Meshes are representations of 3D objects composed of vertices, edges, and faces.
With MeshLabServer, users can perform various operations on 3D meshes without needing to use the graphical interface of MeshLab. This command-line interface allows for automation and batch processing of mesh-related tasks, making it particularly useful for handling large numbers of meshes or integrating mesh processing into automated workflows.
Some common tasks that can be performed using MeshLabServer include:
- Mesh cleaning: Removing noise, holes, or redundant vertices from the mesh to improve its quality.
- Mesh simplification: Reducing the complexity of the mesh while preserving its overall shape and details.
- Mesh smoothing: Applying algorithms to make the surface of the mesh smoother.
- Mesh alignment: Adjusting the orientation or position of the mesh to match a desired reference.
- Mesh conversion: Converting meshes between different file formats.
By utilizing MeshLabServer, users can streamline their mesh processing tasks and integrate them into their workflows more efficiently. The command-line interface allows for easy scripting and automation, enhancing productivity for users working with 3D meshes.
meshlabserver Command Examples
1. Convert an STL file to an OBJ file:
# meshlabserver -i [input.stl] -o [output.obj]
2. Convert a WRL file to a OFF file, including the vertex and face normals in the output mesh:
# meshlabserver -i [input.wrl] -o [output.off] -om vn fn
3. Dump a list of all the available processing filters into a file:
# meshlabserver -d [path/to/file]
4. Process a 3D file using a filter script created in the MeshLab GUI (Filters > Show current filter script > Save Script):
# meshlabserver -i [input.ply] -o [output.ply] -s [filter_script.mlx]
5. Process a 3D file using a filter script, writing the output of the filters into a log file:
# meshlabserver -i [input.x3d] -o [output.x3d] -s [filter_script.mlx] -l [logfile]