How to convert PLT to DWG with Amethyst PLT-2-DWG

How to convert PLT to DWG with Amethyst PLT-2-DWG

Every AutoCAD user should know what exactly PLT and DWG files are, because DWG is the native format for several CAD (Computer-Aided Design) applications (including AutoCAD, Caddie or IntelliCAD) used for storing 2D and 3D designs and metadata; and PLT, also known as HPGL, implies plotter files that are mainly created with AutoCAD. Basically, PLT files contain a set of commands that are issued to a vector graphics printer (plotter) to produce the desired result. Even though converting DWG files to PLT format is a simple task using CAD software, turning them back to a drawing can be quite tricky. This is where specialized applications (or converters) step in to help you out.

Next, I will show you how you can transform PLT files into AutoCAD DWG drawings using Amethyst PLT-2-DWG 3.0 (Shareware $75.00) by CA Design Associates LTD. I have selected this application because it is a powerful, yet easy-to-use converter that has a good quality-price report (compared to several other programs). Also, it can save you some time by converting multiple files at once (batch conversion).

Here is the step-by-step guide for converting PLT files into DWG drawings

Step 1

Add the PLT files. You can either individually add the desired files ("Add Files" button) or add an entire folder ("Add Folder"). 

Step 2

Select the AutoCAD version for the DWG file from the drop-down menu.

Version Selection

Step 3

Choose the output directory (or leave the default one) and press on the "Convert" button to start the process. If it takes too long, you can always press the "Escape" button on your keyboard to stop the task.

Conclusion

Well done! You have successfully changed your PLT files into DWG drawings. After the conversion process is complete, a log will appear to display detailed information about the completed task. As you might have noticed, converting PLT files to DWG format using Amethyst PLT-2-DWG 3.0 is as easy as 1-2-3 and the entire process should take very little of your time, thanks to the program's fast conversion speed. If you are looking for an alternative tool , then you might want to take a look at the related software list.

Alternative downloads

• BackToCAD Converter windows Easy-to-use and powerful converter. Download
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• TotalCADConverter $99.90 windows Total CAD Converter converts CAD files to PDF, TIFF, JPEG, BMP, WMF, PNG, DXF, BMP, CGM, HPGL, SVG. Download