HEIC stand for High-Efficiency Image Container file, a new or next-generation container file format developed by Apple Inc. for new models of iPads and iPhones. The container format can store and transfer image sequences and individual digital images. A HEIC file or image covers rich multimedia files, including other media streams like video, audio, and time texts. The file format uses high-efficiency video coding (HEVC) to compress images, significantly saving space and bandwidth. HEIC advanced compression technology preserves image quality, resulting in small and high-quality photos compared to PNGs and JPEGs.
The Drawing Interchange Format (DXF) is a CAD data file format developed by Autodesk to enable data interoperability between AutoCAD and other software. It is used by engineers, designers, architects, and other professionals to store and exchange both 2D and 3D design data. DXF format can store detailed vector graphics information, including metadata, making them suitable for sharing complex design information across different CAD systems. Unlike DWG, DXF is an open standard, facilitating broader accessibility. DXF files can be saved in either ASCII or binary formats, with the ASCII version being larger but more readable and easier to debug. However, due to their detailed nature, DXF file types can be relatively large and less suitable for web applications than compressed formats.
To convert files from HEIC to DXF use an online tool that supports mass conversion, like Convertjack. Such a tool transforms single or bulk images at once to save time.
Go to Choose File, and select any HEIC photos you want to convert. If you want to do a bulk conversion, click Choose File and select all the HEIC pics you want to convert.
After uploading the HEIC image, click the “Select Format” button at the center. A drop-down menu will pop up; select DXF.
On the bottom right corner of the display, click the “Convert” button. Your converted DXF file will be ready for download.
Click the “Download” button on the right side of the DXF file, and the converted image will be downloaded. If you convert multiple files, each file will have a “Download all” button in front of it, and you can click each button to download all the converted files.
To save a HEIC file as a DXF file, you first convert it to DXF and then download it.
Instead of converting a file manually from HEIC to DXF, use an online tool like Convertjack to convert the file without losing any details.
After converting the HEIC file, Download the DXF file and save it in the default folder for all your downloads on the desktop or mobile.
One of the advantages of DXF is its suitability for CAD drawings rather than for tiny graphics used as icons. The main disadvantage of HEIC is its limited support outside Apple's devices, which can create compatibility challenges. Therefore, converting HEIC images to a vector-based graphic format, like DXF, is recommended to improve accessibility and compatibility in graphic design, engineering, and digital art fields. Check this HEIC vs. DXF comparison to determine which image format best suits your intended use.