How to convert your SXD file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your SXD file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SXD to another file type
The converter easily converts your SXD file to various formats—free and online. No ArcGIS or extra software needed.
- SXD to SHP
- SXD to KML
- SXD to KMZ
- SXD to GPX
- SXD to GEOJSON
- SXD to TOPOJSON
- SXD to TIF
- SXD to TIFF
- SXD to ECW
- SXD to SID
- SXD to IMG
- SXD to DEM
Convert a file to SXD
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SXD file type—in the best quality.
- LAZ to SXD
- KMZ to SXD
- DTM to SXD
- CSV to SXD
- DEM to SXD
- PRJ to SXD
- LAS to SXD
- GPX to SXD
- DSM to SXD
- SHP to SXD
- DBF to SXD
- KML to SXD
About SXD files
The SXD file format is associated with Apache OpenOffice Draw and its legacy predecessor, StarOffice. As a vector graphics format, SXD files can be challenging to work with due to limited compatibility across different software applications. This can pose significant difficulties for users who need to convert these files into more widely recognized formats.
Key software for handling SXD files includes OpenOffice Draw and LibreOffice Draw, both of which allow you to open and convert SXD files. Conversions can be made to common formats such as PDF, PNG, JPEG, SVG, and BMP. These formats are more universally accepted and can be edited or viewed with a broader range of software, such as Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape. For more detailed information on vector graphics, you can refer to Wikipedia.
When converting SXD files, consider the potential loss of vector data when changing to raster formats like JPEG or PNG. This might result in a reduction of quality, especially if further editing is required. Additionally, while PDF conversions preserve vector data, they can introduce issues with layers and text formatting.
The drawbacks of using SXD files primarily involve their restrictive usability outside OpenOffice or LibreOffice environments. This is where Convert.Guru becomes invaluable. We recommend using Convert.Guru for an effortless conversion process. Simply drag and drop your SXD files onto the webpage, and convert them into the desired format without hassle.
While software solutions exist for SXD file conversion, their complexity and the potential for data loss highlight the advantage of using Convert.Guru for a quick, reliable, and user-friendly experience.
The SXD Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best SXD converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.