Can someone provide a tutorial or guidance on embedding 3D models using Three.js in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Tutorial: Embedding 3D models using Three.js in Webflow

Webflow is a powerful web design and development tool that allows you to create stunning websites without the need for coding. If you're looking to embed 3D models in your Webflow site using the popular Three.js library, this tutorial will guide you through the process step by step.

Step 1: Set up a new Webflow project

  1. Log in to your Webflow account and create a new project.
  2. Choose a template or start from scratch.
  3. Once your project is set up, navigate to the page where you want to embed the 3D model.

Step 2: Upload your 3D model files

  1. Save the 3D model files you want to embed in a folder on your computer.
  2. In the Webflow Designer, navigate to the Assets panel.
  3. Click on the "+" icon, then select "Upload" to upload your 3D model files to the Assets panel.

Step 3: Add the Three.js library to your project

  1. In the Webflow Designer, navigate to the "Head" section of your page.
  2. Click on the "Custom Code" option and paste the following code snippet:
<script src="https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/three.js/r128/three.min.js"></script>

This code imports the Three.js library into your project.

Step 4: Create a container for the 3D model

  1. Drag and drop a new HTML Embed element onto your page.
  2. In the HTML Embed settings, select "Code" from the dropdown menu.
  3. Paste the following code snippet into the code area:
<div id="model-container"></div>

Step 5: Embed the 3D model using Three.js

  1. In the HTML Embed element, select "Before HTML tag" from the dropdown menu.
  2. Paste the following code snippet into the code area:
<script>  const container = document.getElementById('model-container');  const scene = new THREE.Scene();  // Add your Three.js code here to create and add the 3D model to the scene  // Create a renderer to display the scene  const renderer = new THREE.WebGLRenderer();  renderer.setSize(container.offsetWidth, container.offsetHeight);  container.appendChild(renderer.domElement);  // Render the scene  function animate() {    requestAnimationFrame(animate);    renderer.render(scene, camera);  }  animate();</script>

Step 6: Customize and add your 3D model

  1. Inside the script tags, use Three.js to create and add your 3D model to the scene. This could involve creating geometries, materials, and adding lighting.
  2. Adjust the size and position of the model as needed.

Step 7: Preview and publish your Webflow site

  1. Preview your Webflow site to see your 3D model in action.
  2. Publish your site to make it live on the internet.

Congratulations! You have successfully embedded a 3D model using Three.js in your Webflow site. Feel free to experiment with different models, textures, and lighting to create a captivating user experience.

Additional Questions

  1. How can I make my 3D model interactive in Webflow using Three.js?
  2. Are there any alternative libraries to Three.js for embedding 3D models in Webflow?
  3. Can I use my own custom scripts along with Three.js in Webflow?