What is a LAS File?

LAS (LASer) is the industry-standard file format for storing LiDAR point cloud data, developed by ASPRS. Files can range from megabytes to gigabytes depending on survey size.

place

XYZ Coordinates

3D position of each point

wb_sunny

Intensity

Reflectance strength of laser return

category

Classification

Point type (ground, vegetation, building)

palette

RGB Color

When captured with camera imagery

replay

Return Info

First, last, or intermediate returns

schedule

GPS Time

Timestamp of each point capture

Desktop Software Drawbacks

  • ❌ Installation required
  • ❌ Complex interfaces with learning curve
  • ❌ High RAM and GPU requirements
  • ❌ Collaborators need same software

Online Viewer Benefits

  • ✅ Instant access—upload and view
  • ✅ Works on any device with browser
  • ✅ Easy sharing via links
  • ✅ Quick preview before processing

How to View LAS Files Online

01

Open Viewer

Go to Lidarvisor Point Cloud Viewer

02

Upload

Drag and drop your LAS or LAZ file (up to 50MB free)

03

Process

Browser renders the point cloud automatically

04

Explore

Rotate, zoom, pan to examine your data

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