Convert XXX to OFM

File Extension XXX
Full Name Compucon/Singer PSW Embroidery Design Format

Files with the .XXX extension contain stich patterns – including its color, letters, project templates, density, and size, saved in a format unique to sewing and embroidery machines manufactured by Compucon.

File Extension OFM
Full Name Adobe PostScript Font Description Format

OFM is the extension of files used by Melco embroidery machines. OFM files store an embroidery pattern in the form of a set of control instructions for the machine to obtain a particular embroidery on a fabric. The maximum number of colors in an embroidery with this file format is 10.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "XXX") to another (referred to as "OFM"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, XXX 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 XXX to format OFM becomes essential.

So, how can we perform XXX to OFM 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 XXX and transforming it into format OFM. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of XXX to OFM converters.

Conversion from XXX to OFM

XXX to OFM

How to convert the XXX file to OFM?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of XXX to OFM. 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 XXX file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file XXX, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the XXX file to the application
  • Select the output format of the OFM file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file OFM on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted OFM 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.