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Online BMP to CDR Conversion
Convert BMP images to CDR online
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How to Convert BMP into CDR
BMP (Bitmap Image File) is a raster format that stores pixels. CorelDRAW’s CDR format is vector-based, but it can embed or trace BMPs. That means you can either import BMP as an image inside a CDR document, or use CorelDRAW’s tracing tools to convert the raster image into editable vector graphics before saving as CDR.
1. Import BMP into CorelDRAW
- Open CorelDRAW.
- Go to File → Import and select your .bmp file.
- Place it on the canvas at the desired size.
- If you just want the bitmap embedded, simply Save As → CDR.
2. Convert BMP to Editable Vector
To create scalable vector artwork from the bitmap:
- Select the imported BMP inside CorelDRAW.
- Go to Bitmap → Outline Trace and choose a tracing option (Logo, Detailed, Clipart, etc.).
- CorelDRAW will generate vector paths from the bitmap.
- Refine the result and save the file as .cdr.
3. Online Conversion Workflow
For a quick online option using Conholdate:
- Upload the BMP file to products.conholdate.app.
- Convert the BMP to SVG or PDF format.
- Open the exported file in CorelDRAW.
- Finalize adjustments and save as .cdr.
4. Free Alternative with Inkscape
If CorelDRAW is not available:
- Open BMP in Inkscape.
- Use Path → Trace Bitmap to vectorize the image.
- Save the traced result as SVG.
- Import the SVG into CorelDRAW and save it as CDR.
⚠️ Important:
BMP is a raster format. If you only embed it, the image won’t scale well. Use vector tracing (Outline Trace or SVG export) if you want resolution-independent graphics in your CDR file.
