AFF to EMF Converter

Convert AFF to EMF online — scalable vectors for Windows

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Move AFF artwork into EMF without losing vector precision. Shapes, fills, and outlines transfer faithfully to the new format.

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How to convert AFF to EMF

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose emf or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your emf file right afterwards

About formats

AFF (Acorn Draw) is a vector graphics file format native to Acorn Computers' RISC OS operating system, introduced with the Draw application bundled in RISC OS 2 in April 1989. The Draw application shipped as a standard component of every RISC OS installation, providing users with a capable vector illustration tool at no additional cost. AFF files store vector objects as a sequence of tagged data blocks, each containing object type, bounding box, and type-specific data — supported objects include paths with straight lines and Bezier curves, text objects with font references, sprite (bitmap) objects, groups, and tagged objects for application-specific extensions. Path objects use cubic Bezier curves with move, line, and curve elements, supporting variable line widths, join styles, dash patterns, and flat color fills. The coordinate system uses RISC OS draw units at 1/180 inch resolution, providing precision for both screen display and print output. One advantage is the straightforward binary structure — the tagged block architecture makes AFF files simple to parse and generate programmatically. Native operating system integration is another strength: RISC OS renders Draw files natively in its desktop environment, treating vector graphics as first-class objects alongside bitmaps. While Acorn Computers ceased operations in the late 1990s, RISC OS continues under active open-source development, and AFF files remain supported through the platform's drawing applications and conversion utilities.
Developer: Acorn Computers
Initial release: 1989
EMF (Enhanced Metafile) is a vector graphics format developed by Microsoft as the successor to WMF (Windows Metafile), introduced with Windows NT 3.1 in July 1993. EMF records a sequence of GDI (Graphics Device Interface) function calls that describe vector shapes, text, embedded bitmaps, and rendering attributes in a device-independent manner. Unlike WMF's 16-bit coordinate system limited to 65,536 units, EMF uses 32-bit coordinates and adds support for Bezier curves, advanced path operations, world coordinate transforms, gradient fills, and extended text capabilities including Unicode. The format functions as a graphics recording mechanism — applications capture their drawing operations into an EMF file, which can then be replayed at any scale on any device with full geometric precision. One advantage is native Windows integration: EMF is the standard clipboard and spooler format for vector content across the Windows ecosystem, enabling lossless copy-paste of graphics between Office documents, design tools, and presentation software without rasterization. Resolution independence is another key strength — EMF graphics scale smoothly from screen display to high-resolution print output. An extended variant, EMF+, introduced with GDI+ adds anti-aliasing, alpha transparency, and advanced brush types. EMF remains deeply embedded in Windows-based publishing, technical documentation, and enterprise document workflows.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: July 27, 1993

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert AFF to EMF?

AFF is locked to Acorn Draw, which is no longer available. EMF is natively supported on Windows and embeds cleanly into Office documents.

How do I open an EMF file?

Windows opens EMF natively. Microsoft Office apps, LibreOffice, and vector editors like Inkscape also support the format.

Does AFF to EMF conversion preserve scalability?

EMF stores vector data, so your shapes, text, and curves remain resolution-independent after conversion.

Is this converter really free?

Free conversion is available to everyone. No signup needed — premium plans add higher volume limits and faster queues.

Can I use this on a Mac or Linux machine?

Convertio runs in any browser, so it works on macOS, Linux, Windows, and mobile devices without restrictions.

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