File Extension | CDR |
Full Name | CorelDRAW Vector Or Bitmap Format |
Files with the .CDR extension contain vector images or drawings saved in a format that is unique and restricted to the CorelDRAW software – as such, not many other programs currently support it.
File Extension | DRW |
Full Name | Vector Drawing Format |
Files with the .DRW extension contain images in vector format that use lines or paths instead of dots to represent the drawing.
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "CDR") to another (referred to as "DRW"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, CDR 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 CDR to format DRW becomes essential.
So, how can we perform CDR to DRW 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 CDR and transforming it into format DRW. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of CDR to DRW converters.
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of CDR to DRW. 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 CDR file:
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.