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Online STL to CDR Conversion
Convert STL files to CDR online
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How to Convert STL to CDR
STL (stereolithography) is a 3D model format commonly used in 3D printing. CorelDRAW, however, is a 2D vector design program and does not natively open STL files. To convert STL to CDR, you must first convert the 3D model into a 2D vector format that CorelDRAW supports.
1. Convert STL to 2D Vector Format
- Open your STL file in a 3D software like Blender, FreeCAD, or MeshLab.
- Switch to a flat orthographic view (top, side, or front).
- Export the view as SVG or PDF (vector format).
2. Import into CorelDRAW
Once you have an SVG or PDF:
- Open CorelDRAW.
- Go to File → Import and select your exported file.
- Place it on the canvas and adjust the design.
- Save the project as .cdr.
3. Use Online Conversion
If you don’t want to install 3D software, try products.conholdate.app:
- Convert STL → SVG with a 3D-to-2D converter.
- Download the SVG file.
- Open it in CorelDRAW.
- Save as .cdr.
4. Alternative Workflow
Another approach is to create a raster image from the STL model and then trace it:
- Take a screenshot or render of the STL model.
- Open the image in CorelDRAW.
- Use Bitmap → Outline Trace to vectorize it.
- Save as .cdr.
⚠️ Important:
STL is a 3D format, while CDR is 2D vector. The conversion results in a flat 2D representation of the model, not a full 3D file inside CorelDRAW.
