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Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM)

Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM) is an open, platform-independent metafile format used for storing and exchanging two-dimensional graphics. It supports RGB color. CGM files can contain both vector graphics and bitmaps, but they usually contain one graphic type or the other — rarely both.

To import a CGM file Back to Top
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Click File Import.
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Locate the folder in which the file is stored.
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Do one of the following:
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(Windows 7 and Windows Vista) Choose CGM - Computer Graphics Metafile (*.cgm) from the list box next to the File name box.
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(Windows XP) Choose CGM - Computer Graphics Metafile from the Files of type list box.
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Click the filename.
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Click Import.
The Convert to bitmap dialog box appears.
Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM) technical notes Back to Top
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You can import files formatted in CGM versions 1, 3, and 4.
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The CGM filter accepts only markers supported by the CGM file format standard. Private-use markers are ignored.
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If the CGM file contains a font that is not on your computer, the PANOSE font- matching dialog box lets you replace the font with an available one.

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