# RDWorks: How to import SVG files

The latest version of RDWorks is able to import SVG files, but it’s hidden in a menu.

First, do File > Import…

Then you need to open the menu labeled “Files of type:”, like so:

![](https://cuttle-content.imgix.net/learn/how-to-import-rdworks/c50de41abfdf591b17c4832d1d6caca041bb38be217773e24172549f8ced9fdf.png?auto=compress,format&q=60&fit=max&w=720&h=720&dpr=2)

Then choose “SVG Files (\*.svg)” and then you’ll be able to select the SVG file you’re trying to import:

![](https://cuttle-content.imgix.net/learn/how-to-import-rdworks/20a4e240672cc5a5590dbb9790539f86f1271483a1aea89830a4e21dcc98e4bf.png?auto=compress,format&q=60&fit=max&w=720&h=720&dpr=2)

Here’s what it will look like when the SVG file is imported:

![](https://cuttle-content.imgix.net/learn/how-to-import-rdworks/c5077be760d188d0606c07f9af93e1d252d13b49d9960bf7bea598aed2712403.png?auto=compress,format&q=60&fit=max&w=720&h=720&dpr=2)

The above instructions should work, but in general users have reported many frustrations with RDWorks. We’d recommend considering switching to [LightBurn](https://lightburnsoftware.com/) instead for driving your laser. You can download a free trial to see if it will work for your laser cutter.