Convert SAT to XGL

File Extension SAT
Full Name 3D ACIS Model Format

Files with the .SAT extension contain a three-dimensional geometric model saved in the form of an ASCII text file in accordance with Spatial’s ACIS solid modeling standard.

File Extension XGL
Full Name XGL 3D CAD Model

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "SAT") to another (referred to as "XGL"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, SAT file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format SAT to format XGL becomes essential.

So, how can we perform SAT to XGL file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format SAT and transforming it into format XGL. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of SAT to XGL converters.

Conversion from SAT to XGL

SAT to XGL

How to convert the SAT file to XGL?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of SAT to XGL. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the SAT file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file SAT, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the SAT file to the application
  • Select the output format of the XGL file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file XGL on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted XGL file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.