Getting Started

What is Modelist?

Modelist is a desktop application that helps you organize and manage your 3D printing files. Think of it as a smart gallery for your STL and 3MF files - it shows previews, extracts information, and makes everything searchable.

How it works
  • You tell Modelist which folders contain your 3D printing files
  • It scans these folders and generates previews from your STL files
  • You can view and rotate 3D models (STL) directly in the app
  • Modelist extracts metadata from files (like number of plates, images, description, etc.)
  • For files from popular sites (like Printables or Makerworld), it can import descriptions and images
  • Everything is indexed locally on your computer for fast searching
  • You can open any file directly in your default slicer
Modelist runs entirely on your computer - your files and data stay private and local.
Installation

Download the appropriate version for your operating system:

  • Windows (x64, ARM)
  • macOS (Intel, Apple Silicon)
  • Linux (x64, ARM)
The free version is limited to 50 files but includes all features.