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DXF

Last updated May 16, 2025, generated by Sumble

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What is DXF?

DXF (Drawing Exchange Format) is a CAD data format developed by Autodesk for enabling data interoperability between AutoCAD and other programs. It is commonly used to exchange 2D and 3D drawings, models, and related data between different CAD, CAM, and CAE applications. It's a vector graphics format.

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What other technologies are related to DXF?

DXF Competitor Technologies

IGES is a neutral file format used for exchanging CAD data, similar to DXF, making them competitors in the CAD data exchange domain.

mentioned alongside DXF in 33% (105) of relevant job posts

DWG is the native file format for AutoCAD and a direct competitor to DXF, which is also associated with AutoCAD.

mentioned alongside DXF in 13% (155) of relevant job posts

STEP is a more modern and comprehensive standard for CAD data exchange, competing with DXF for interoperability between CAD systems.

mentioned alongside DXF in 5% (75) of relevant job posts

STP is another common file format for CAD data exchange, similar to STEP, competing with DXF in the same domain.

mentioned alongside DXF in 1% (75) of relevant job posts

DXF Complementary Technologies

PDF is often used for document sharing and archiving. CAD drawings in DXF format are often exported to PDF for easy viewing and distribution.

mentioned alongside DXF in 1% (115) of relevant job posts

Mastercam is a CAD/CAM software that can import and export DXF files. It complements DXF by providing tools for manufacturing and design.

mentioned alongside DXF in 0% (57) of relevant job posts

AutoCAD is a CAD software developed by Autodesk, it can create and edit DXF files. DXF was originally created for AutoCAD.

mentioned alongside DXF in 0% (261) of relevant job posts

Which job functions mention DXF?

Job function

Jobs mentioning DXF

Orgs mentioning DXF

Engineer

0% (440) job posts

22 organizations

Technical Designer

0% (216) job posts

43 organizations

CAD Designer

0% (115) job posts

47 organizations

Mechanical Engineer

0% (78) job posts

40 organizations

Mechanical Designer

0% (29) job posts

9 organizations

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Which organizations are mentioning DXF?

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Industry

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Matching People

Manufacturing

NXP Semiconductors

Manufacturing

Terex Corporation

Manufacturing

Health Care and Social Assistance

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