lightningpixel/modly
Desktop app to generate 3D models from images or prompt using local AI — runs entirely on your GPU
What it solves
Modly provides a local, open-source way to convert 2D photos into 3D meshes using AI. It removes the need for cloud-based services by allowing users to run image-to-3D generation models entirely on their own GPU via a desktop application.
How it works
The application acts as a hub for various image-to-3D AI models. It uses a plugin-based extension system where users can install model extensions (such as Hunyuan3D 2, TripoSG, or Trellis2) directly from GitHub repositories. Users create "workflows"—sequences of steps like Image $\rightarrow$ Generate Mesh $\rightarrow$ Add to Scene—to define how the 3D model is produced. It also includes a CLI for agents and scripts to automate generation without the UI.
Who it’s for
It is designed for users on Windows, Linux, and Apple Silicon macOS who have a compatible GPU and want to generate 3D assets locally for creative or technical projects.
Highlights
- Local Execution: Runs entirely on the user's GPU for privacy and speed.
- Extensible Architecture: Supports adding new models and processes via GitHub-based extensions.
- Built-in Mesh Tools: Includes in-app capabilities to smooth and decimate imported meshes.
- Automation Support: Features a dedicated CLI for programmatic access to the generation pipeline.
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