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What graphics file formats can QEI import?

April 26, 2017file formats graphics import qei

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What graphics file formats can QEI import?

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Because QEI is based on vector graphics, we can only currently import vector files. The most common sources of vector data are CAD systems such as AutoCAD or MicroStation. Both of these can generate DXF files, which can be imported into QEI. The alternative is via HP-GL, a graphics language created by Hewlett Packard for driving pen plotters. Many graphics packages can output drawings in this format, and it is also possible to get a 3rd party Windows printer driver that allows any application to generate HP-GL. We are currently looking at how we could also support common bitmapped graphics file formats (eg BMP, TIFF, JPEG).