Reference guide
Embroidery files for your machine
Different machines need different file formats and sizes. Brother and Baby Lock use PES, Janome uses JEF, and Tajima and most commercial machines use DST. Each machine also has a maximum hoop size. Tell us your model when you order and we'll deliver the right format at the right size.
Machine guides
Brother embroidery machines
PES files, hoop limits and USB loading tips for PE800, SE-series and PR machines.
Learn moreJanome embroidery machines
JEF files with the right hoop code for Memory Craft, Skyline and MB-4/MB-7.
Learn moreTajima commercial machines
DST files tuned for Tajima multi-head production: trims, pathing and cap files.
Learn moreHome vs commercial machines
We digitize a little differently for each. Single-needle files keep color changes to a minimum, and commercial files are optimized for speed and fewer trims.
| Single-needle home | Multi-needle commercial | |
|---|---|---|
| Examples | Brother PE800, SE2000, Janome Memory Craft | Tajima, Ricoma, Barudan, Brother PR, Janome MB |
| Typical format | PES, JEF, VP3, XXX | DST (plus EXP, native formats) |
| Max hoop | 4"×4" to about 9"×14" | Up to about 14"×14" or more |
| Caps | Not practical | Cap frames standard |
| Color changes | Rethread by hand | Automatic across 6–15 needles |
Formats
For a format-by-format breakdown, see embroidery file formats explained.
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