

You’ll be able to use one of two methods to open STP files. If you receive low dpi PDFs or PDFs containing only a raster image, you might want to consider the alternative of relying on a legal agreement with the originator that specifies terms of use and liability.Importing or “opening” STP files in AutoCAD is a straightforward process that can be accomplished in a few steps. Converting raster images to vector data with specialized software cannot provide the same level of precision as objects created directly with AutoCAD. AutoCAD can import the raster image from a PDF, but it doesn't support raster-to-vector conversion. PDFs containing only a raster scan of a design.PDFs with the dpi deliberately set low to provide only a visual representation of the design at low precision.When you work with someone else's PDFs, it's possible that the originator created the PDFs to communicate the design's visual aspects but with intentionally reduced precision or data portability. However, the organization or professionals that originate the design can be concerned that the design files might be used or copied in an unauthorized way. Point objects are converted to zero-length polylines.ĭesign concepts often need to be shared with a wider collaborative team.

These image files are saved in a folder specified by the PDFIMPORTIMAGEPATH system variable, which can also be specified in the Options dialog box, Files tab. Raster images generate PNG format files that are attached to the drawing file as external references.Text that used TrueType fonts is preserved, but text that originally used SHX fonts is imported as separate geometric objects.They are assigned a 50% transparency to make sure that any text within the areas is visible.

