Convert a AI File to a DXF File

Create DXF files with our easy-to-use and free tool. Our tool lets you upload a AI (Adobe Illustrator) file and convert this file to a DXF (Drawing Exchange Format) file that you can then download and edit or use within your applications.

How to Convert your AI to DXF Online?

Here are two simple steps to convert your AI to DXF.

Upload a AI

Click the "Upload a AI File" button and select a AI to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your DXF

Click the download link once completed to receive your DXF file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my AI file to DXF?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your AI file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the AI to DXF conversion has completed, you can download your DXF file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my AI to DXF?

We aim to process all AI to DXF conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the AI to DXF conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my AI to DXF on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the AI file you submit to us. The resulting DXF file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert my AI to DXF on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our AI to DXF tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our AI conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

File Format Information for AI to DXF

Extension	AI
Full Name	Adobe Illustrator
Type	Vector
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary
Tools	AI Converters, AI Viewer
Open With	Inkscape

Description

The AI file format, or Adobe Illustrator Artwork, to give it its full name, has been around since 1987. Developed by Adobe, the AI file is a vector-based image format initially created to encompass the EPS and PDF formats.

The format has continued to be improved since its initial release and is widely supported today by many well-known vector-based graphics programs, such as CorelDRAW and Paint Shop Pro.

Extension	DXF
Full Name	Drawing Exchange Format
Type	CAD
Mime Type	image/x-dxf
Format	Binary
Tools	DXF Converters, DXF Viewer
Open With	Free CAD, Auto CAD

Description

The DXF file format was first introduced in 1982 as part of Autodesk's AutoCAD software. DXF files were intended at the time to allow data interchange between AutoCAD and other CAD-related applications. The format has evolved over the years, with the most recent version coming in 2007.

DXF files can contain either text or binary content describing blocks, entities, objects, and other information using a "tagging" system. The DXF format is still popular today and can be opened with most popular CAD applications.