Recommended formats for exporting graphics

When exporting graphics to be used in Adobe PageMaker, use the encapsulated PostScript file format if you have a PostScript printer. If you have a non-PostScript printer, the WMF format is recommended.

The following table lists the recommended file formats for exporting to page layout and desktop publishing packages that have graphics editing capabilities.

Application
Recommended format
Adobe Illustrator
AI, PDF
Adobe PageMaker
EPS, WMF
AutoCAD
DXF
Macromedia FreeHand and other vector programs
PCT, AI
Microsoft Office
PNG, WMF
WordPerfect Office
WPG
Micrografx Designer
CGM

The HPGL or DXF outlines formats are recommended for exporting graphics to be output to devices such as plotters and computer-driven cutters.

Recommended formats for exporting graphics