Chapter 10

Converting files using the Lectra interoperability function

Abstract:

Data exchange between the different pattern cutting software systems is vital and Lectra makes it possible to convert from one file type to the other using a function called interoperability. This chapter takes the user through each stage of the procedure to both import and export patterns as well as convert to the appropriate file type.

Key words

interoperability

alias

file conversion

Mdl

DXF

AAMA

PDF

import

export

zip files

Lectra Modaris

10.1 Introduction to the file conversion procedure

Lectra is one of a number of pattern-making software systems that includes Gerber Technologies, assyst and Pad, among many others, all with different file types unique to ...

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