EXY File Extension

EXY file icon

Eltac Embroidery Format

What is a EXY file?

Files with the EXY extension are specifically tied to Eltac Embroidery Format, a Vector Image Files type, and there are 120 files in this category.

EXY files are compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Linux and Mac OS. When working with EXY files, you can rely on 2 programs, including Embird Embroidery Software and Embroidermodder 2.

How to open a EXY file?

If you can’t open a EXY file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

Embird Embroidery Software and Embroidermodder 2 are among the most widely used programs for handling EXY files. If you wish to install the latest release of Embird Embroidery Software, visit the official BALARAD, s.r.o portal and download the edition that works on any operating system.

Once Embird Embroidery Software is installed, the OS should configure it as the default tool for opening EXY files.

Make Embird Embroidery Software the default EXY viewer

Change the default app to open files on Mac

  1. Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired EXY file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
  4. In this menu, select "All Programs" and search for Embird Embroidery Software. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default option.

Change default programs in Windows

  1. Take the first step by right-clicking on your EXY file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
  2. Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Embird Embroidery Software as the application to associate with your EXY file;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".

Finding answers to EXY file problems

If EXY files are giving you trouble, small modifications to your software can help. Check out the troubleshooting tips below to fix these issues.

What are the possible solutions to recover a corrupt EXY file?

In a data recovery program, open the damaged EXY file and select the "Repair" menu option. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged vector image files.

How do I know if my EXY file has been damaged?

The signs of corrupted EXY vector image files can manifest as:

  • Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
  • The file shows slow performance when edited in Embird Embroidery Software;
  • The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
  • An unexplained increase in the size of the EXY file;
  • Trying to work with the archive in Embird Embroidery Software or other programs causes instability or program crashes;

What are the possible causes of Embird Embroidery Software crashing?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind Embird Embroidery Software crash. Keep your BALARAD, s.r.o products up to date by installing the latest updates.

A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.

How to edit a EXY file?

To modify EXY files, it is necessary to install dedicated software that lets you open and edit vector image files. Online EXY editors generally offer fewer tools compared to programs designed for Eltac Embroidery Format.

Best EXY editors 2026

According to these factors, we have compiled a list of available EXY editors.

EXY Editor SoftwareDeveloperPlatformsOverall Rating
Embird Embroidery SoftwareBALARAD, s.r.oWindows4.8 out of 5 (41 review)