JPG to DWG Converter – Auto-Trace to AutoCAD

Auto-trace JPG scans, floor plans, and line art into AutoCAD-ready DXF — free and instant.

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DWG export is a Pro feature, coming soon. JPG to DXF works today, free and instant, and opens directly in AutoCAD.

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Drop your JPG file here

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Open this DXF in AutoCAD → File → Save As → DWG to get your native DWG file.

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DWG export is coming as a Pro feature

We're building native DWG export — join the waitlist to be notified at launch.

What would you expect to pay for DWG export?

Wouldn't pay extra $5–10/mo $10–25/mo $25+/mo

available today

Convert to DXF instead — works now, free

✔ What it does

Converts JPG images into DXF vector geometry that opens directly in AutoCAD, FreeCAD, and other CAD tools — free and instant.

✘ What it does not do

Does NOT currently generate DWG output — DWG export is a Pro feature in development (join the waitlist on this page). Does NOT reconstruct full CAD objects or layers from images. Does NOT work for photographs or complex shading.

How to get your DWG file — 4 steps

Upload your JPG file → click Convert → download the DXF file
Open the DXF file in AutoCAD (File → Open)
Go to File → Save As → select DWG format
You now have a native DWG file

Why DXF, not DWG directly? DWG is a proprietary Autodesk binary format. DXF is the open interchange standard that AutoCAD reads natively and converts to DWG in seconds using Save As.

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How JPG → DWG conversion works

JPG is a raster format (pixel data). DWG is a structured CAD format requiring defined geometry, layers, and objects. This tool converts the JPG into DXF vector geometry using edge detection and path approximation — DXF is the open, industry-standard CAD interchange format, and this conversion is free and available now. Native binary DWG export is being built as a Pro feature; use the JPG to DXF tool for a free, working conversion today, or join the waitlist below to be notified when DWG ships.

Limitations

DWG export is not currently available — this page produces DXF only; see JPG to DXF for the free, working tool.
Not suitable for photographs or shaded images — edge detection produces noisy, unusable output on complex imagery.
Does not reconstruct full CAD objects, layers, or dimensions from the image.
Detail loss during vectorisation — complex geometry is simplified, fine lines may merge.

When to use this conversion

Line drawings and sketches needing CAD reference in AutoCAD.
Scanned technical diagrams with clear outlines for AutoCAD tracing.
Architectural floor plan references converted for CAD drafting.
Black-and-white engineering sketches prepared for digital drafting.

Alternatives to consider

AutoCAD Raster Design for higher-accuracy raster-to-DWG conversion.
Adobe Illustrator vector tracing (Image Trace) then export to DXF/DWG.
Manual CAD tracing in AutoCAD for precision engineering work.

Frequently asked questions

Why don't I get a DWG file directly?

Native DWG export is a Pro feature currently in development — join the waitlist on this page to be notified at launch. In the meantime, JPG to DXF produces the same vector geometry, free and instant — DXF opens directly in AutoCAD, FreeCAD, and LibreCAD.

Is the DXF output usable in AutoCAD?

Yes. The DXF opens directly in AutoCAD, FreeCAD, LibreCAD, and other CAD tools.

Will this work on a photograph?

No. Photos produce noisy, unusable vector output. This tool is designed for line art, diagrams, and technical drawings with clear, high-contrast edges only.