Convert CAD to LOB
| File Extension | CAD |
| Full Name | CAD Drawing Format |
File with a .CAD extension contains CAD data, such as 2 and 3D dimensions and the geometry of parts. They are used to store projects of designed products and parts. In the newer editions of the software, the format has been substituted by BBCD files.
| File Extension | LOB |
| Full Name | IBM DB2 LOBFILE |
LOB files store various settings for database projects created with IBM DB2 software. LOB files are an essential element of such projects.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "CAD") to another (referred to as "LOB"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, CAD file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format CAD to format LOB becomes essential.
So, how can we perform CAD to LOB file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format CAD and transforming it into format LOB. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of CAD to LOB converters.
Conversion from CAD to LOB
CAD to LOB
How to convert the CAD file to LOB?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of CAD to LOB. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the CAD file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file CAD, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the CAD file to the application
- Select the output format of the LOB file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file LOB on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted LOB file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the CAD format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.