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Why convert DST to RLE?
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About the DST format
DST — Tajima Embroidery Format
DST is the most widely supported machine embroidery format, created by Tajima and readable by nearly every commercial embroidery machine. It stores stitch coordinates and machine commands but carries no colour information, which is why a DST file has to be paired with a colour sequence when it is stitched out.
Common uses
- Sending designs to commercial Tajima, Barudan and Melco machines
- Exchanging embroidery designs between machine brands
- Digitizing software output for production embroidery
- Previewing a stitch file before running it on a machine
About the RLE format
RLE — Utah Run Length Encoded
RLE (Utah RLE) is a raster image format developed at the University of Utah's Computer Graphics Lab, one of the pioneering institutions in computer graphics. It uses run-length encoding for compression and supported alpha channels early in the history of digital imaging.
Common uses
- Converting legacy computer graphics research images
- Early computer animation frame storage
- Historical Utah Graphics Lab image archives
- CG research image format conversion
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Frequently asked questions
Is the conversion free?
Yes, basic conversion is completely free. For large volumes, check out our paid plans.
What is the maximum file size?
Free accounts can convert files up to 25 MB. Pro accounts up to 100 MB.
How long are my files kept?
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour on the free plan, 24 hours on Pro.
What formats are supported?
We support over 200 source and target formats. See our complete formats page.