XYZ is the plain-text point cloud format: one "X Y Z" triple per line, comments with #. Every GIS, molecular-chemistry and 3D-scanning tool can read it, which makes it the lowest common denominator of spatial data.
Typical use: Convert XYZ point dumps to CSV or JSON for spreadsheets, or write XYZ out of a table for downstream 3D tools.
About the XYZ format
XYZ is the plain-text point cloud format — one 'X Y Z' triple per line, '#' comments allowed. Molecular chemistry dumps, LiDAR exports and 3D-scanner output all land in XYZ because every tool can read it.
Conversion is a faithful column mapping: the first three numeric columns become X/Y/Z and any extra columns are preserved, so nothing is lost going to CSV or back.
Strengths
- ✓ The lowest common denominator of point data
- ✓ Human-readable, diff-friendly
- ✓ Every GIS/3D tool imports it
Limitations
- ✗ No rate, scale or projection metadata
- ✗ Large files as plain text
- ✗ No colour/normal standard
- Structure
- One X Y Z triple per line
- Compatibility
- CloudCompare, MeshLab, GIS
- Best for
- Point data interchange
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Frequently asked questions
What is a XYZ file?
XYZ is the plain-text point cloud format: one "X Y Z" triple per line, comments with #. Every GIS, molecular-chemistry and 3D-scanning tool can read it, which makes it the lowest common denominator of spatial data.
How do I convert XYZ files online?
Pick a target format from the "Convert XYZ to…" list below, drop your file and hit convert. Everything runs in your browser — no install, no upload, no watermark, no limits.
Is it safe to convert XYZ files here?
Yes. Every conversion is performed by your own device inside the browser — files never leave for a server, and the page keeps working even offline.
Which formats can XYZ convert to?
This page lists all 3 directions across documents, images, audio, video, spreadsheets and archives — each one is its own free converter page.