CGM files store vector and raster graphics and text data. The CGM file format defines structures to represent graphical elements. CGM files can use binary, character-based or clear text encoding. Bina...
CGM files store vector and raster graphics and text data. The CGM file format defines structures to represent graphical elements. CGM files can use binary, character-based or clear text encoding. Binary encoding allows efficient reading. Character encoding gives small file sizes to save disk space. Clear text permits editing with a text editor.
The CGM format aimed to create a universal graphics file standard. The ISO and IEC defined the CGM standard. It specifies storing vector and raster data. Graphical elements have attribute lists. Software uses these to render the image.
CGM files belong mainly to AutoCAD. The format supports multiple data types. Images can have text source files compiled to binary. CGM enables vector images, text and raster graphics.
The CGM standard exchanges and stores graphics. It handles both vector and bitmap data. Many technical applications use it. Such as engineering, CAD and science visualization.
Some programs open CGM files. Tips and a list of applications are below. CGM files have the vector image file category. The number supporting CGM depends on operating system. Summary by system: 8 total over 3 platforms.
CGM files store 2D vector graphics. As well as raster images and text. The ISO defined this metafile format. Graphical elements adjust primitives and information. To perform different functions.
Associating CGM with software in Windows Registry. Can open unknown file types. Many files contain simple text. Several programs open CGM files. Including Adobe Illustrator. And have convert options.
Adobe Illustrator
CorelDRAW