Updated February 10, 2017 Open your .cdr file in Corel Draw, using the “Open” option in the “File” menu. Open the “File” menu again and choose the “Export” option. Choose the file type you would like to convert your file to from the drop-down menu. This should be either .dxf or .wmf, which are the AutoCAD text format types. Export the file. Open the new graphic file in AutoCAD. Export the file as a .dwg file. This will create a usable .dwg file. You can also download a third party file conversion program, if you do not want to use the exporting features in Corel Draw and AutoCAD. Writer Bio
