# Conversion Flora provides multiple ways to convert **GameObject-based prefabs** into GPU-instanced data and back again. This is especially useful when working with *LODGroups* or *MeshRenderers* in large scenes. > **Note:** In order to be rendered by Flora, each object must be part of a **prefab or prefab variant**. Flora uses the prefab asset to determine shared render states and to identify instance types in the scene. *** ## Contextual Menus Flora includes several **context menu utilities** for converting *GameObjects* into: * Instance Renderers * Instance Containers * Terrain Trees These options appear when right-clicking a selection of prefab instances in either the **Scene View** or the **Hierarchy**. *** ### Instance Renderer Adds a [`FloraInstanceRenderer`](https://flora.magneticarcade.com/scripts/instance-renderer) component to any prefab instance that contains an *LODGroup* or *MeshRenderer*. This enables the prefab to be rendered using Flora’s instancing system.
Convert to Instance Renderer
*** ### Instance Container Converts a group of prefab instances into a lightweight, [serialized container](https://flora.magneticarcade.com/scripts/instance-container) of transforms.\ Ideal for static details or foliage that **don’t require**: * Scripts * Colliders > **Note:** The original GameObjects will be **destroyed** after conversion.
Convert to Instance Container
*** ### Trees Flora also includes utilities for converting **GameObjects into tree instances**, as long as the object is within the **bounds of a terrain**.
Convert to Tree
Converted trees can be **reverted back to GameObjects** using Flora’s [Editor Context Tools](https://flora.magneticarcade.com/getting-started/editor-context): 1. Activate the context from the Scene View overlay. 2. Select instances in the **Scene View**. 3. Right-click to open the context menu. 4. Choose the option **Convert to GameObjects**.
Convert trees back to GameObjects
To convert **all trees of a specific prototype**, use the **Edit Trees** button in the **Terrain Inspector**.
Edit Trees in Terrain Inspector
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