Can you really convert a PNG to EXP?
A PNG is a picture made of pixels; an EXP is a set of stitch commands, so a true PNG‑to‑EXP conversion isn't a file swap. The image has to be digitized into stitches. Embify does that automatically: it traces your PNG to clean shapes, plans the stitch path and writes a real EXP file. Bold, flat logos convert cleanest; fine photographic detail is simplified to stitchable shapes.
What is an EXP file?
An EXP file (Melco/Bernina Expanded format) stores the stitch commands. It's a lean, widely-supported format; colours are usually paired with a separate colour file or set on the machine.
How to convert PNG to EXP
- Upload your PNG. Drop in your logo or artwork. Embify traces it to clean vector shapes automatically.
- Set the size and preview. Enter the real finished size (left chest, cap, full back…) and check the realistic 3D sew-out preview — exactly how it will stitch.
- Download your EXP file. EXP stores the stitches, so you set thread colours on the machine. It's machine-ready, with the stitch path, jumps and trims already optimised.
The whole thing runs in your browser in a couple of minutes — nothing to install.
PNG to EXP. FAQs
How do I convert a PNG to a EXP file?
Upload your PNG to Embify, set the finished size, check the sew-out preview, choose EXP and download. Embify auto-digitizes the image into stitches for you.
What PNG converts best to EXP?
A clean, high-contrast PNG with bold flat areas (a logo, badge or wordmark) converts best. Very fine detail or gradients are simplified to stitchable shapes.
Does an EXP file keep my colours?
No: it stores stitches only, so you set the thread colours on the machine. If you need colours saved in the file, choose PES or JEF instead.
Is the PNG to EXP converter free?
Yes: digitizing your artwork and previewing the result is free, with no card required. Downloading the finished file is £5 as a one-off, or a monthly plan if you convert regularly.