partio ☆

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Description:
Particle library for 3D graphics

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 1.19.2@0 | Tracked Since: Nov 7, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: graphics vfx c++ library particles

Install: brew install partio

About:
Partio is a C++ library designed to simplify the reading, writing, and manipulation of particle data in 3D graphics. It provides a unified interface for various proprietary and open formats, making it easier to transfer particle systems between different applications. Its core value lies in its robustness and ease of integration into custom tools and pipelines.

Key Features:

Unified API for multiple particle formats (including PRT, BGeo, and PDB)
High-performance reading and writing capabilities
Lightweight with no heavy external dependencies
Easy integration into C++ based tools and renderers

Use Cases:

Developing custom particle import/export tools for VFX pipelines
Converting particle data between different 3D software packages
Analyzing or modifying particle attributes in a standalone application

Alternatives:

OpenVDB – OpenVDB is primarily focused on sparse volumetric data, whereas Partio is specifically designed for discrete particle systems.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Nov 7, 2025 11:17pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	a436ad80
Oct 8, 2024 2:18pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	37950477