Spline

Spline is a web-based 3D design tool that enables users to create interactive 3D web experiences without extensive 3D design expertise. It offers real-time collaboration features, making it suitable for both individual designers and teams working on complex 3D projects.

Key features:
- User-Friendly Interface: Designed for accessibility, allowing designers new to 3D design to easily navigate and create.
- Real-Time Collaboration: Enables multiple users to work simultaneously on a project, facilitating team-based design work.
- Web-Based Platform: Runs directly in the browser, eliminating the need for software downloads or installations.
- Interactive 3D Experiences: Allows creation of interactive 3D scenes for embedding into websites or applications.
- Material System: Offers a robust set of tools for fine-tuning the appearance of 3D models.
- Animation Capabilities: Provides various tools and techniques for adding animations to 3D scenes.
- Physics Simulations: Supports real-time physics simulations for creating realistic interactions.
- Game Controls: Enables creation of 3D scenes with game-like controls, including first-person and third-person perspectives.
- Export Options: Allows export of scenes as images, videos, or 3D models in various formats.
- Component-Based System: Facilitates the creation and management of complex 3D design systems using a component-based approach.

How it works:
1. Users begin by creating a new project, choosing from templates or starting from scratch.
2. The interface is divided into three main panels: Object Manager, Top Bar, and Right Panel.
3. Objects are created using various tools, including primitives, extrusions, and imports from other 3D applications.
4. Materials and lighting are adjusted using settings and tools like texture mapping and physics-based lighting.
5. Animations are added using keyframe animation, and interactivity is achieved through events and triggers.
6. Collaboration features allow users to invite team members, comment, and share project links.

Integrations:
Webflow, React, Vision Pro

Target users:
- Designers seeking to create interactive 3D web experiences without extensive 3D design background
- Developers integrating 3D content into their projects
- Teams collaborating on 3D design projects

How to access:
Spline is available as both a web application accessible through a browser and a downloadable desktop application.

Software availability:
- Web App: Accessible through a web browser
- Desktop App: Available for download