Embroidery Warehouse machines, such as the Butterfly series, are designed for commercial embroidery and support a wide range of formats. These machines combine multi-format compatibility with modern wireless file transfer solutions.

What Formats Do Embroidery Warehouse Machines Use?

Butterfly embroidery machines support multiple embroidery formats:

• DST – industry-standard format
• DSB – native working format (used for saving)
• DSZ, DOS – legacy formats
• FDR, ZSK – read-only formats

Important: All designs are saved internally in DSB format.

Supported Machines & Embroidery Areas

Wireless File Transfer (Key Feature)

These machines are equipped with a USB WiFi adapter that allows wireless file transfer.

• Connects to a shared folder on a computer
• Works like a standard USB drive
• Allows remote access to embroidery designs

The system makes remote files appear as if they are stored on a local USB device.

Are There New Formats?

No new embroidery formats have been introduced. The machine continues to rely on standard formats:

• DSB – primary working format
• DST – universal compatibility
• Additional formats for reading only

Important Limitations

• FDR and ZSK formats are read-only
• Designs are always saved as DSB
• Design must fit within embroidery area limits

Best Practices

• Use DSB format for best performance
• Use DST for compatibility with other machines
• Organize designs in shared folders for WiFi workflow
• Test large designs before production

Conclusion

Embroidery Warehouse machines offer advanced flexibility with multi-format support and wireless connectivity. By understanding format behavior and using DSB for production, you can achieve efficient and high-quality embroidery results.