Convert SDR to WMF

File Extension SDR
Full Name SmartDraw Drawing Format

SDR files are created by SmartDraw, a software for creating professional diagrams. The file can store data in the form of infographics, strategic plans, flowcharts, escape routes, floor plans, and simple mind maps or marketing charts.

File Extension WMF
Full Name Windows Metafile Format

WMF is a graphical format developed by Microsoft, optimised for Windows systems and aplications created by Microsoft. It is a 16-bit format used for storing vector images, and rarely raster images. When compared with bitmap files of the same content, WMF file takes less disk space.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "SDR") to another (referred to as "WMF"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, SDR file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format SDR to format WMF becomes essential.

So, how can we perform SDR to WMF file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format SDR and transforming it into format WMF. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of SDR to WMF converters.

Conversion from SDR to WMF

SDR to WMF

How to convert the SDR file to WMF?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of SDR to WMF. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the SDR file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file SDR, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the SDR file to the application
  • Select the output format of the WMF file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file WMF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted WMF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.