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Brother PE Embroidery Format (.pes)

The PES file extension stands for "Brother PE Embroidery Format", developed by Brother Industries for their embroidery machines. PES files contain detailed instructions for stitching patterns, including design information, colors, and machine commands like "stop", "jump", and "trim". Initially exclusive to Brother machines, the format's utility led to its broader adoption in the embroidery industry. PES files are primarily created using Brother's PE-Design software and are compatible with various home embroidery machines, including Babylock and Bernina.

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Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support Type 1 Image (.cals)

The CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image file format, developed by the United States Department of Defense in the mid-1980s, is a standard for storing raster (bit-mapped) image data, typically black-and-white. It ensures efficient data interchange and retention of orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images. This standard was part of the broader CALS initiative aimed at improving electronic publishing and data management within the federal government.

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How to convert PES to CALS?

  1. Upload PES File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your PES file.

  2. Select PES Tools

    For an advanced conversion, use the PES to CALS optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your CALS

    Give it a moment for the CALS conversion to complete, then download your file afterward.

Convert PES to CALS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change PES format to CALS?

To change PES format to CALS, upload your PES file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your PES file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted CALS file afterward.

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Convert PES to CALS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to PES file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PES_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PES_INPUT_FILE --to cals

Convert PES to CALS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to PES file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PES_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PES_INPUT_FILE --to cals

Convert PES to CALS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to PES file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PES_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PES_INPUT_FILE --to cals

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