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EXP file viewer

Open Melco EXP (.exp) embroidery files in your browser. See every stitch, watch the sew-out, and check the size, color stops and stitch count before you sew. Nothing to install.

Drop your .exp file here

DST, PES, JEF, EXP, VP3, XXX, PEC, U01, TBF · read in your browser, never uploaded

How to

How to open a .exp file

  1. 1

    Drop the .exp file

    Drag it onto the viewer above, or press Choose file. It's read in your browser.

  2. 2

    Check the design

    Zoom into the stitches, play the sew-out and check the width, height and stitch count.

  3. 3

    Note the color order

    EXP doesn't store thread colors, so each color stop gets a distinct preview color. Keep the color sheet.

  4. 4

    Save or convert

    Download a PNG preview or a color sheet, or save the design as DST or any other format with a plan.

The format

About Melco EXP files

EXP comes from Melco's commercial machines and is one of the formats Bernina embroidery machines read directly.

Like DST, EXP stores stitches, jumps, trims and color changes but not thread colors, so keep the color sheet handy when threading.

Moves longer than 12.7 mm are split automatically.

Machines that read .exp

Melco, Bernina.

What you can check

Everything to look at before you sew

  • Realistic stitch preview

    Thread texture on five fabric colors, with zoom down to single stitches.

  • Sew-out simulation

    Play the design stitch by stitch to see the order colors and sections are sewn in.

  • Size and hoop

    Exact width and height in mm or inches, to check the design fits your hoop.

  • Stitch count and sew time

    Total stitches, trims and an estimated sewing time for planning and pricing.

  • Thread colors

    Each color stop with its stitch count, ready for a color sheet.

  • Save in another format

    With a plan, save the design as PES, DST, JEF, EXP, VP3, XXX, PEC, U01 or TBF.

Tips

Getting a EXP file onto your machine

  • Copy the .exp file to a USB stick formatted as FAT32, or use your machine's transfer app or cable.
  • Keep file names short and simple; some machines only show the first few characters.
  • Check the design size against your largest hoop before you transfer it.
  • Write down the color order from the color sheet before you start sewing.

Free account

Start digitizing in under a minute

Create a free account to digitize any image, try every setting and watch it sew. Choose a plan only when you want to download files.

  • Digitize and preview any image
  • Realistic stitch preview and sew-out
  • Save designs to your library
  • No credit card needed
FAQ

Questions

The quickest way to see what it does with your artwork is to try it. With a free account, digitizing and previewing cost nothing and take about a minute.

How do I open a .exp file without software?

Drop the file into the viewer above. It opens right in your browser on Windows, Mac, Linux or a tablet, and shows the stitches, color changes, size, stitch count and estimated sew time.

Is EXP the right format for my Bernina?

Bernina embroidery machines read EXP. Many models read other formats too, such as PES or DST, so check your machine's manual.

Does EXP include colors?

No. Like DST it only marks color changes. Use the color sheet download for thread order.

Can I convert a EXP file to another format?

Yes. After opening it, pick another format such as DST, JEF or EXP and download it. Viewing is free; downloading converted files is included in every plan.

Is my file uploaded anywhere?

No. The file is read in your browser and never leaves your device.

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