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PDF to DXF (DWG)

Extract vector lines from PDF to DXF — AutoCAD R12/R2010/R2018/R2024. Best for line drawings; not a substitute for AutoCAD.

Your data never leaves your browser — all processing happens locally on your device.

PDF to DWG/DXF — important disclaimer

  • Best for simple line drawings exported from CAD or vector PDFs
  • Not a substitute for AutoCAD — complex PDFs, hatches and blocks may fail
  • Scanned/raster PDFs will produce zero or incomplete lines
  • We never claim 100% DWG fidelity — always verify in your CAD software

Drop PDF line drawing here

Vector PDFs from AutoCAD, Revit or Illustrator work best

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Upload a PDF and extract to see line count

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About this tool

Convert PDF line drawings to DXF format for opening in AutoCAD, LibreCAD or DraftSight. Extracts vector paths from PDF operator streams — works best on CAD-exported architectural and engineering drawings. Choose DXF version R12, R2010, R2018 or R2024. Important: this is not a substitute for AutoCAD — complex PDFs with hatches, blocks and scanned content may fail or produce incomplete output. We never claim 100% DWG fidelity. Free client-side converter for Indian architects.

How to use the PDF to DXF (DWG)

  1. 1

    Upload vector PDF

    Use a PDF exported from AutoCAD, Revit or Illustrator — not a scan.

  2. 2

    Select DXF version

    Choose R12, R2010, R2018 or R2024 for your CAD software.

  3. 3

    Download and verify DXF

    Open in AutoCAD or LibreCAD — check lines before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this produce a DWG file?

Output is DXF (Drawing Exchange Format) — open in AutoCAD and save as DWG. We market as PDF to DWG/DXF because DXF is the interchange format.

Why did I get zero lines?

Scanned PDFs are raster images with no vector paths. Re-export from your CAD software as vector PDF.

Is 100% fidelity guaranteed?

No — complex PDFs with curves, hatches, text as paths and nested blocks may lose detail. Always verify in your CAD software.

Which DXF version should I choose?

R2018 for modern AutoCAD. R12 for maximum compatibility with older software and LibreCAD.

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