Free Online WMF Converter

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A maximum of 20 files can be uploaded at once.

Please note: Your WMF file, once uploaded to our server will be deleted 15 minutes after upload so please download your converted WMF file before this time.
Our WMF converter tool supports converting to the following file types: 3MF, ABC, AMF, AVIF, BLEND, BMP, CTM, DAE, DDS, DPX, DXF, EMF, EPS, EXR, FAX, FBX, GIF, GLB, HDR, HEIC, HEIF, ICO, IDTF, JFI, JFIF, JP2, JPEG, JPG, OBJ, OFF, PBM, PCD, PCX, PDF, PFM, PGM, PICT, PLY, PNG, PNM, PPM, PS, PSB, PSD, RGB, RGBA, SGI, SKP, STL, SUN, SVG, TGA, TIF, TIFF, UYVY, VTK, VTP, WBMP, WEBP, WPG, WRL, X, X3D, XAML, XBM, XCF, XPM, XWD, XYZ, YUV, ZIP

How to Convert your WMF file Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to convert your WMF file using our fast and free WMF file converter tool.

Upload your WMF file

Click the "Select File(s)" button, then select an WMF file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select file type

Select the file type to convert your WMF file to using the dropdown list of available types.

Download your file

Click the download link to receive your converted file.

WMF file format information

Extension	WMF
Full Name	Windows Metafile
Type	Vector
Mime Type	image/wmf
Format	Binary

A WMF file, short for Windows Metafile, is a graphics file format used by Microsoft Windows operating systems to store vector-based images. This format was introduced in the 1980s and has since become widely supported in various Windows applications. WMF files consist of a series of records that define different graphical elements, such as lines, curves, text, and shapes. As a metafile, it stores these elements as a set of instructions rather than pixel data, which allows the image to be scaled without loss of quality. This makes WMF files particularly useful for printing and displaying graphics in different sizes and resolutions.

The structure of WMF files allows them to be easily edited and manipulated using graphics editing software. By storing vector instructions, the file size of WMF images is relatively small compared to raster image formats like JPEG or PNG. However, the downside is that WMF files may not be suitable for complex and highly detailed graphics, as they lack the photorealistic capabilities of raster images. Due to advancements in graphics technology and the emergence of more modern file formats, the usage of WMF files has diminished over time, but they still find application in certain contexts, especially in legacy systems and older software that rely on this format for compatibility reasons.

With the rise of newer and more versatile graphics formats, such as SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics), which are based on XML and provide better support for web applications, WMF files have seen reduced usage in modern web development. Additionally, the limitations of WMF, such as not supporting transparency or complex gradients, have led to its displacement by formats like PNG, GIF, and SVG in many scenarios. Nonetheless, WMF remains relevant in specific cases, and its historical significance in the development of computer graphics and early Windows environments makes it an important part of digital design history.

WMF Converter Capabilities

Our WMF converter can both convert from and to WMF files and our developers are working to improve our WMF conversion tools in future versions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to use the WMF conversion tools?

Yes! Our WMF conversion tools are 100% free to use.

Are there any WMF conversion usage limits?

No, you can convert as many files as you wish. We do not impose any conversion limits on our WMF conversion tools.

How long does it take to convert my WMF?

We aim to process all WMF conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds however this can be longer for certain files and significantly longer for some larger file formats, so please be patient.

What does the WMF conversion process involve?

Once your WMF file has been uploaded and we know the file format you wish to convert it to our bespoke conversion software will convert your WMF and make it available for you to download with a unique download Url.

Is it safe to convert my WMF on FabConvert.com?

Yes, of course it is! Your WMF, once converted is deleted 1 hour after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert my WMF on Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our WMF conversion tools will run on any system with a modern web browser.

Is there any support for me when using the WMF tool?

If you are having difficulty converting your WMF you can contact us and we will try to help where possible.