Convert IGES to WMF via JavaScript
Instantly convert IGES to WMF without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.
How to Convert IGES to WMF Using JavaScript
In order to convert IGES to WMF, we’ll use Aspose.CAD for JavaScript API which is a feature-rich, powerful and easy to use document manipulation and conversion API for JavaScript platform. Open NPM package manager, search for Aspose.CAD and install. You may also use the following command from the Package Manager Console. For additional information on the Javascript Framework, you can go to our documentation site .
Package Manager Console Command
npm install aspose-cad
Steps to Convert IGES to WMF via JavaScript
JavaScript programmers can easily load & convert IGES files to WMF in just a few lines of code.
- Load IGES file with Image.Load method
- Create an instance of WmfOptions class
- Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of WmfOptions
System Requirements
Before running the JavaScript conversion code, make sure that you have the following prerequisites.
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with Web browser.
- Text editors such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code or Notepad or Notepad++.
This sample code shows IGES to WMF JavaScript Conversion
Free App to Convert IGES to WMF
IGES What is IGES File Format?
A file with .iges extension is used to exchange design information between computer-aided design (CAD) applications. IGES stands for Initial Graphics Exchange Specifications. Information exchanged using IGES includes circuit diagram, wireframe, freeform surface, or solid modeling representations. IGES finds its applications in traditional engineering drawings, models analysis, and manufacturing functions. The format can exchange both 2D or 3D design information between CAD programs. IGES files can be opened with several CAD applications such as Autodesk and CADSoftTools ABViewer. There are also several APIs available to open and convert IGES files programmatically.
Read MoreWMF What is WMF File Format?
Files with WMF extension represent Microsoft Windows Metafile (WMF) for storing vector as well as bitmap-format images data. To be more accurate, WMF belongs to the vector file format category of Graphics file formats that is device independent. Windows Graphical Device Interface (GDI) uses the functions stored in a WMF file to display an image on the screen. A more enhanced version of WMF, known as Enhanced Meta Files (EMF), was published later that makes the format more feature rich. Practically, WMF are similar to SVG.
Read MoreOther Supported Conversions
You can also convert IGES into many other file formats including few listed below.