EMBROIDERY FILE FORMAT
EXP Embroidery Designs
EXP is commonly used by Bernina and Melco embroidery machines and is a popular format for both home and commercial embroidery. When you shop EXP embroidery designs, you are selecting stitch files that align with Bernina Deco and embroidery models as well as Melco systems such as Bravo and EMT16X, plus selected commercial machines that read EXP. That dual home-and-shop footprint makes EXP a practical choice when your studio mixes Bernina creativity with Melco production capacity.
Our EXP catalog spans decorative home embroidery, production-friendly artwork, applique, fonts, and seasonal collections digitized for dependable stitch quality. Depending on your machine and software, color information may be stored with the design or assigned separately—follow your Bernina or Melco workflow for thread mapping. Multiple hoop sizes are included whenever available so you can match the hoop on your machine and reduce trial stitch-outs before a client or gift project goes live.
EXP downloads are available immediately after purchase. Compare related formats including DST for broader commercial use, PES for Brother and Baby Lock, JEF for Janome, and VP3 for modern Viking and Pfaff. Convert formats via file conversion, browse embroidery machines, and explore design bundles, embroidery fonts, appliques, and Embroidery Circle membership for ongoing savings and freebies.
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Compatible Machines
EXP files work with Bernina & Melco and compatible embroidery machines, including:
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Explore popular embroidery categories available as instant EXP downloads.
How to Download & Transfer Your EXP File
Compare Embroidery Formats
| Format | Native Brand(s) | Best For | Machine Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PES | Brother & Baby Lock | Home & hobbyist | Home |
| DST | Tajima & Commercial | Commercial & universal | Commercial |
| JEF | Janome | Quilting & sewing hobbyists | Home |
| VP3 | Husqvarna Viking & Pfaff | Modern home machines | Home |
| HUS | Husqvarna Viking (legacy) | Legacy home machines | Home |
| EXP | Bernina & Melco | Home & commercial | Both |
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New to Machine Embroidery?
Start with these beginner guides before you stitch your first EXP file.
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Want a stitch file in EXP for your own logo or artwork? Our in-house digitizers can digitize it for you and deliver the embroidery file format your machine needs.
- In-house digitizers who stitch for production
- Delivered in EXP and other formats you request
- Ideal for logos, badges, and one-of-a-kind artwork
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Convert your EXP designs to any of 19 supported embroidery formats in seconds. No software installation required, with 99.9% stitch accuracy.
- Supports 19 embroidery formats
- Instant download when converted
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Frequently Asked Questions
- EXP is an embroidery format commonly used by Bernina and Melco embroidery machines.
- Depending on the machine and software, color information may be stored separately from stitch data.
- Many commercial machines support EXP, particularly Melco systems.
- Yes. Most designs include multiple hoop sizes whenever available.
- Yes. All EXP embroidery designs are available for immediate download after purchase.