What Is a DST File? The Complete Guide to Tajima Embroidery Format
September 8, 2026·6 min read
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PUBLISHED: JAN 15, 2024•LAST UPDATED: APR 10, 2026
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How it works
How to Convert PNG to DST
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Upload Your Image
Drop any PNG, JPG, or SVG file. High-contrast logos and transparent backgrounds produce the sharpest stitch results.
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Auto-Digitize
Color blocks are separated, underlay is generated, pull-compensation is applied, and satin + fill stitch paths are calculated.
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Download & Stitch
Get a verified .DST, .PES, or .JEF file. Transfer to USB and run directly on Tajima, Brother, Janome, or Ricoma machines.
Compatibility
Every major machine format
.DSTIndustry Standard
Tajima DST
Tajima · Ricoma · Barudan · Happy · SWF · Melco
Compatible with 99% of multi-needle commercial embroidery equipment worldwide.
.PESHome & Pro
Brother PES
Brother · Baby Lock · Bernina Deco
Precise thread palette mapping for Brother PR and PE series machines.
.JEFHigh Precision
Janome JEF
Janome Memory Craft · Elna · Kenmore
Native Janome hoop support with automatic jump stitch trimming.
.EXPCommercial
Melco EXP
Melco Bravo · Bernina Commercial
Raw coordinate stitching without proprietary thread headers.
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Reviews
Loved by embroiderers
"I was paying $15 per digitized file. Now I do it myself in seconds. The DST output runs perfectly on our Ricoma machine."
Sarah M.
Custom Apparel Studio
"Finally a free tool that actually works. Dropped my logo PNG, downloaded the PES file, and it was stitching in under 2 minutes."
James T.
Hobbyist, Brother PE800
"We use this for quick client proofs before sending to full digitizing. Saves hours every week."
Lena K.
Embroidery Shop Owner
"Converted 12 team logos in one afternoon. DST files worked first try on our Tajima. No complaints."
Carlos R.
Sports Team Merchandise
"The stitch preview alone is worth it. I can see exactly how the design will look before I run it."
Priya N.
Etsy Seller
"Coming from screen printing I had no idea about DST files. This tool made the transition incredibly easy."
Tom W.
Screen Printer Expanding to Embroidery
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