Yeggi, the search engine to find 3D files

In 3D printing, it all starts with a 3D file sent to the 3D printer. Creating such a file can be difficult for a user who has no experience in modeling. That’s why they can go through platforms and marketplaces to download STL files directly compatible with their machine. There are many of them today and you may find it’s sometimes complicated to find your way around. Yeggi makes this job easier: it is a search engine that allows you to find the desired 3D model among all those available online.

Created in April 2013 by Sebastien Karpp, Yeggi now gathers more than 2.3 million 3D models, a number that has been growing steadily since the site went live. 89.6% of these files can be downloaded for free. The idea is simple: you just have to type your search in the search bar and the site presents dozens of results. The user can then choose the 3D model that suits him or her, which will send him or her directly to the platform from which you can download the model: Cults3D, Thingiverse, MyMiniFactory, etc. It’s a kind of Google of 3D printing.

Yeggi, a solution that simplifies the search for 3D models

Yeggi offers advanced search criteria: free, paid, popular or recently added models. This makes the experience more fluid, allowing anyone to easily start the 3D printing process right at home. And you can find everything on Yeggi: from small motorcycles to extruder protection and various figurines. However, the search engine could be criticized for having too few search criteria: why not imagine categories of objects, or files sorted by printing difficulty? The site could indeed offer more options to differentiate itself from other search engines such as STLfinder for example.

However, creating a free account brings a little extra to Yeggi: once his account is activated, the user can create a list of 3D models and follow specific keywords to be informed each time a new 3D file is published on a platform. The site also relays many articles on 3D printing news around the world, showing a willingness to bring content to its users. Everything is brought together on a single site, facilitating the user experience. We invite you to take a look at this search engine HERE and find your favorite 3D file!

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