WMF to DOC Converter

WMF to DOC — embed metafile art in Word documents

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Document-Ready Output

Convert WMF graphics into DOC files ready for editing, annotation, and sharing through Microsoft Word and compatible editors.

Works Everywhere

Convertio runs in any browser on any device — convert WMF to DOC from your desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone.

Secure Processing

Uploaded WMF files are automatically deleted after conversion. DOC output is removed from servers within 24 hours.

How to convert WMF to DOC

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

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Choose doc 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 doc file right afterwards

About formats

WMF (Windows Metafile) is a vector graphics format created by Microsoft, introduced with Windows 3.0 in May 1990 as the platform's native format for recording and replaying graphical operations. A WMF file captures a sequence of GDI (Graphics Device Interface) drawing commands — lines, rectangles, ellipses, polygons, text, and bitmap blits — in the order they were issued, serializing screen or printer output into a replayable file. The format uses a 16-bit coordinate space and organizes records as a linear stream of function calls with their parameters, preceded by a header specifying the bounding rectangle and resolution. WMF became deeply integrated into the Windows ecosystem as the default format for clip art collections, Office document graphics, and clipboard vector interchange during the 1990s — Microsoft Office shipped with thousands of WMF clip art images that defined a visual era of desktop publishing. One advantage is pervasive compatibility: virtually every Windows application from the past three decades can render WMF content, making it one of the most widely supported vector formats in existence. The lightweight recording model is another strength — WMF files are compact and render quickly because they replay native system drawing calls rather than interpreting a complex graphics language. While 16-bit limitations and lack of transparency and Bezier curves led Microsoft to develop EMF as a 32-bit replacement, WMF files remain ubiquitous in legacy documents and across current Windows software.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: May 22, 1990
DOC is the binary document format of Microsoft Word, the word processor first released in October 1983 for MS-DOS and later becoming the dominant document creation tool worldwide. The format stores documents as OLE2 compound document files — a binary container with multiple internal streams holding text content, formatting information, embedded objects, macros, and metadata. The text stream uses a complex system of formatting runs, section descriptors, paragraph and character property tables, and style definitions to represent arbitrarily complex document layouts including columns, headers, footnotes, tables, floating images, tracked changes, and mail merge fields. The format evolved substantially through Word versions, with Word 97 establishing the binary structure that remained standard through Word 2003 and created the .doc files most commonly encountered today. One advantage is near-universal compatibility — DOC files can be opened by virtually every word processor and document viewer across all platforms, from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice, Google Docs, and Apple Pages. The format's rich feature support is another strength: DOC handles complex layouts, embedded OLE objects, VBA macros, and revision tracking that power enterprise document workflows. Although Microsoft introduced the XML-based DOCX format with Office 2007, DOC remains heavily present in existing document archives and continues to be produced by organizations maintaining compatibility with older Word installations.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: October 1983

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert WMF to DOC?

Wrapping a WMF graphic inside a DOC makes it easy to share, annotate, and embed in reports using Microsoft Word or compatible editors.

How do I open a DOC file?

Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer, Google Docs, and Apple Pages all open DOC files without issues.

Will the graphic look correct inside the DOC?

Yes — WMF is a native Windows vector format and renders cleanly when embedded in Word-compatible documents.

Is this WMF to DOC conversion free?

Yes — standard conversion is free. Premium accounts provide higher limits and faster processing for heavy users.

Can I convert WMF to DOC on a phone?

Convertio works in mobile browsers. Open the site on your phone, upload the WMF, and download the DOC directly.

How long does it take?

Seconds. Cloud-based processing means even complex WMF files are converted to DOC quickly and efficiently.

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