PES File Extension

Programs that support PES files

• Windows ¹⁷
• Mac OS ⁴
• Linux ³
• Online Services ¹

Windows

• EmbroideryStudio
• Designers Gallery
• Embroidermodder 2
• Wilcom TrueSizer e2
• Janome Digitizer Pro
• ArtLink
• Wilcom DecoStudio
• Embird Embroidery Software
• SewWhat-Pro
• OESD ARTsizer
• Brother BES-100E Embroidery Software
• Generation Plus
• Embroidermodder 1
• BuzzWord
• Data 7 Embroidery Design Converter
• Electric Quilt
• SewArt

Mac OS

• SewWhat-Pro
• Convert It, Mac
• Embroidermodder 2
• SewArt

Linux

• Embroidermodder 2
• SewWhat-Pro
• SewArt

Online Services

• Ambassador

How to open a PES file?

If you cannot open a PES file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.

EmbroideryStudio, Designers Gallery and Embroidermodder 2 stand out as the preferred programs to manage PES files effectively. To install the latest version of EmbroideryStudio on your computer, visit the Wilcom website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.

Following installation, PES files should be automatically opened with EmbroideryStudio.

Set EmbroideryStudio as the default PES application

Change the default app that opens a file on Mac

1. Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired PES file to open a menu where you can choose from multiple actions;
2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
3. Look at the bottom of the window, where you will see the "Enable" menu. "Recommended Programs" will be selected as the default option;
4. Within this menu select "All Programs" and navigate to EmbroideryStudio. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Set default programs for Windows

1. Start by right-clicking on your PES file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
2. From the options listed in the pop-up window, specifically choose EmbroideryStudio as the application to handle your PES file;
3. Be sure to check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK" to save your preference.

Convert files to and from PES

If you have trouble working with a PES file, try converting it to DXF, SVG, HUS, JEF, SEW or similar graphics files.

Be aware that converting a PES file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.

Using offline applications such as Embroidermodder 1, Embroidermodder 2 and Data 7 Embroidery Design Converter, you can convert PES files to various formats without losing data quality.

Convert PES to other file formats

• PES to XXX
• PES to EXP
• PES to VIP
• PES to PHC
• PES to PEC
• PES to DXF

Converting Files to PES Format

• GIF to PES
• BMP to PES
• PHB to PES
• TIFF to PES
• OFM to PES
• ART to PES

Troubleshooting guide for PES file complications

When issues arise with PES files, they can generally be fixed with small software tweaks. Use the troubleshooting tips below to help resolve them.

How to edit a PES file?

To make changes to PES files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the graphics files. Online PES editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for Brother Embroidery Format.

Best PES Editor Software in 2026

Taking into account the provided details, we have prepared a list of PES editors that match your needs.