Convert DXF to KML Online — Free & Instant
Converting DXF to KML lets you visualise AutoCAD geometry in Google Earth, Google My Maps, or any KML-compatible viewer. This is useful for sharing engineering site plans, survey boundaries, or infrastructure layouts with non-CAD users via Google Earth. Maparz converts DXF vector entities to KML placemarks using GDAL.
File converter
When to convert DXF to KML
- Sharing AutoCAD site boundaries in Google Earth for client review
- Converting DXF survey data to KML for Google My Maps import
- Overlaying engineering DXF geometry on Google Earth satellite imagery
- Presenting infrastructure layouts in Google Earth Pro for planning meetings
How to convert DXF to KML
- 1
Upload your DXF
Drop your .dxf file on the upload zone.
- 2
Select KML
Click KML in the format panel.
- 3
Open in Google Earth
Double-click the downloaded .kml to open in Google Earth.
About DXF
Drawing Exchange Format (DXF) is the open interoperability format developed by Autodesk for AutoCAD. It is widely used in civil engineering, architecture, and urban planning workflows. DXF files contain geometric primitives like lines, arcs, polylines, and text. When converting DXF files to GIS formats like Shapefile or GeoJSON, the geometry is preserved but attribute data may be minimal since DXF layers are mapped to feature properties. Conversely, GIS data exported to DXF can be brought into CAD workflows for drafting.
Strengths
- +Universal in CAD workflows
- +Supported by AutoCAD, Revit, FreeCAD, LibreCAD
- +Good for precise engineering geometry
About KML
Keyhole Markup Language (KML) is an XML-based format developed for Google Earth and now maintained by the OGC. It is widely used in Google Maps, Google Earth, and many consumer-facing mapping applications. KML supports styled geometry, network links, folders, and time-based animations. It always uses geographic coordinates (WGS 84) and is stored as plain XML text. KMZ is simply a ZIP-compressed KML file, which can also include embedded images and other resources.
Strengths
- +Native in Google Earth and Google Maps
- +Supports rich styling and labels
- +Human-readable XML
Frequently asked questions
Q.Will the DXF geometry appear in the correct location on Google Earth?
Only if your DXF uses real-world geographic or projected coordinates. DXF files using local CAD coordinates will appear at arbitrary locations on the globe.
Q.Are DXF layers preserved in the KML?
Yes. DXF layer names are mapped to KML folder names, preserving the layer structure.
Q.Which DXF entity types are converted?
Lines, polylines, arcs, and polygons (closed polylines) are converted. Text and block entities are not converted to KML.