XREF Converter

Convert XREF files online for free

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Drop or upload your .XREF file

How to convert your XREF file

Click Select File above, and choose your XREF file.
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Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.

Convert XREF to another file type

The converter easily converts your XREF file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.

Convert a file to XREF

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the XREF file type—in the best quality.

About XREF files

XREF files, primarily used in CAD applications like AutoCAD, serve as external reference files that link to other drawing files. These files are not standalone but are crucial for collaborative design projects. Learn more about references in computer science.

Converting XREF files can be challenging due to their dependency on the original drawing files. The primary format for conversion is DWG, which can further be converted into DXF, PDF, or SVG formats. Software like AutoCAD, ZWCAD, and ARES Commander can handle such conversions.

Important considerations include ensuring the integrity of reference links and the potential loss of functionality or detail during conversion. The dependency on the original files means that missing files can lead to incomplete conversions.

While dedicated software offers robust solutions, they can be expensive and complex for casual users. This is where online tools like Convert.Guru come into play. By simply dragging and dropping your XREF files onto Convert.Guru, you can easily convert them into more accessible formats like DXF, PDF, and SVG, without the hassle of complex software.

However, be mindful of the limitations of XREF files, such as their reliance on external data and the potential for broken links. For seamless and straightforward conversion, trust Convert.Guru to handle your XREF file needs efficiently.

The XREF 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 XREF converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.