Step 1: Choose a 3D Scanning App

Several apps can turn a series of photos into a 3D model. Here are a few popular options available on iOS and Android:

• Polycam: A powerful and user-friendly app available on both iOS and Android. It has a great 'Photo Mode' for creating high-quality models.
• Scaniverse: Excellent for iPhone and iPad users with a LiDAR sensor, but also works well on other devices.
• Kiri Engine: Another great cross-platform option that processes the photos in the cloud.

Download one of these apps from your device's app store to get started.

Step 2: Prepare Your Product and Space

Good preparation is key to a successful scan.

• Lighting: Use bright, even, and diffuse lighting. Avoid harsh shadows and direct sunlight. An overcast day outdoors or a well-lit room is ideal.
• Surface: Place your product on a non-reflective, textured surface. A newspaper or a textured mat works well. Avoid plain white or glossy surfaces.
• Space: Ensure you have enough space to walk all the way around your product.

Step 3: Capture the Photos

Open your chosen 3D scanning app and start a new scan using the photo or photogrammetry mode.

1. Take photos in a full circle around your product at one height (e.g., eye-level). Overlap each photo by about 60-70%. Most apps will show you guides.
2. Take another full circle of photos from a higher angle, looking down at the product.
3. If possible, take a third circle from a lower angle, looking up.
4. Capture the top and any intricate details separately.

You should aim for at least 40-70 high-quality, sharp photos for a good result. More is often better!

Step 4: Process and Export

Once you've taken all your photos, tell the app to process them. This may take a few minutes as it uploads the images and builds the model in the cloud.

After processing is complete, inspect the 3D model in the app. If it looks good, find the 'Export' or 'Share' option.

• Choose the format: GLB or GLTF. GLB is usually the best choice as it's a single, compact file.
• Choose a texture resolution. 'Medium' or 'High' (e.g., 2K or 2048x2048) is usually a good balance of quality and file size.
• Save the exported .glb file to your device, cloud storage, or email it to yourself.

Step 5: Upload to NEXUS

You're at the final step! Navigate back to the product creation or editing page on NEXUS.

1. Find the '3D Model' field.
2. Click 'Choose File' and select the .glb or .gltf file you just exported.
3. Save your product. Your new 3D model will now be available on the product detail page!