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DST or PES? Start here.. The machine decides the format. A full photograph of embroidery illustrates the topic.

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START WITH YOUR MACHINE. DST: Common on commercial machines PES: Common on Brother / Baby Lock JEF: Common on Janome / Elna These are common pairings. Check your exact machine model and supported format version.

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A NEW EXTENSION ISN’T A NEW STITCH PLAN. Converting a file format does not automatically adapt a design to a new size, fabric or placement. Those changes may need editing or re-digitizing.

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SEND THE MODEL. SKIP THE GUESSWORK. Machine: Make and model Size: Finished width and height Format: Required extension, if known An editable EMB design file and a machine stitch file serve different purposes. Keep this with your order checklist.