Convert ARM to AED

Understanding ARM and AED file formats

ARM files are typically associated with ARIS Express Model files, used for business process modeling and diagramming. These files store process models, diagrams, and related metadata in a proprietary format. On the other hand, AED files are most commonly linked to Altium Designer schematic documents, which are used in electronic design automation (EDA) for creating and editing electronic circuit schematics.

Why convert ARM to AED?

Converting an ARM file to an AED file is a rare and specialized task, as these formats serve very different purposes—business process modeling versus electronic schematic design. However, in some cases, users may want to transfer process diagrams or workflow logic into an electronic design context, or vice versa, for documentation or integration purposes.

How to convert ARM to AED

There is no direct converter available for ARM to AED file conversion due to the fundamental differences in their structure and application. However, you can use the following workaround:

• Export the ARM file to a common format such as PDF or image (PNG, JPG) using ARIS Express (File → Export → PDF or File → Export → Image).
• Import the exported file into Altium Designer as a reference. In Altium, use File → Import to bring in the image or PDF as a background or reference layer in your schematic.
• Manually recreate the schematic in Altium Designer using the imported reference as a guide.

This process is manual but is currently the only reliable way to transfer information between these two formats.

Best software for ARM to AED conversion

• ARIS Express – for exporting ARM files to PDF or image formats.
• Altium Designer – for importing reference files and creating AED schematics.

There are no automated online converters for this specific conversion due to the proprietary and domain-specific nature of both formats.

Summary

While direct ARM to AED file conversion is not possible, you can use ARIS Express and Altium Designer to manually transfer information by exporting and importing reference files. This approach ensures you retain the essential details from your process models when integrating them into electronic design schematics.