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Convert VSS to DXF

File Extension	VSS
Full Name	Microsoft Visio Smartshapes Format

VSS file format is used by one of Microsoft Office tools, namely Microsoft Visio. VSS file stores shapes and elements, and various connectors (arrows, lines). Microsoft Visio tool allows users to create flowcharts, diagrams, objects for business porcess visualization. Projects are stored as VSD, and can be imported by other Office applications.

File Extension	DXF
Full Name	AutoCAD DXF Drawing Exchange Format

The extension .dxf belongs to the files of the type drawing exchange format files. These are the files that store graphical data in a digital format and often the output formats of Computer Aided drawing tools. The file is used mostly for the vector image files that are rendered using the Autodesk Software tools.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "VSS") to another (referred to as "DXF"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, VSS 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 VSS to format DXF becomes essential.

So, how can we perform VSS to DXF 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 VSS and transforming it into format DXF. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of VSS to DXF converters.

Conversion from VSS to DXF

VSS to DXF

Microsoft Visio

How to convert the VSS file to DXF?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of VSS to DXF. 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 VSS file:

Please indicate on your computer the source file VSS, the format of which you are going to change
Load the VSS file to the application
Select the output format of the DXF file (the one that we want to achieve)
Select the location to save the output file DXF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
Confirm conversion
Wait for a moment
Enjoy the converted DXF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4

Other conversions
from the VSS format:

Other conversions
to the DXF 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.