Online converter

Mathcad to PDF converter

The converter reads the XML of .xmcd and .xmcdz files, renders equations via XeLaTeX, and returns a PDF with embedded fonts — ready to print or archive. No Mathcad installation required: conversion runs server-side in 5–10 seconds depending on document size. PDF is the ideal format for engineering reports, technical specs, and calculation notes that must be delivered to a client or review body as a non-editable document. Equation numbers, unit expressions, and matrices render correctly. The source file is deleted immediately after processing; the result is available for 5 minutes.

How it works

  1. 1
    Upload your Mathcad file

    Drag a .xmcd or .xmcdz file (up to 50 MB) onto the upload zone. Files are encrypted in transit.

  2. 2
    Select PDF as the output format

    In the format selector choose "PDF" and click Convert. The server renders equations via XeLaTeX — typically 5–10 seconds.

  3. 3
    Download the PDF

    The PDF with embedded fonts is available for 5 minutes. Share with a client or print — no additional software needed.

Frequently asked questions

Are equation numbers preserved in the PDF output?

Yes. Equation numbering defined in the .xmcd is carried over to the PDF through the intermediate XeLaTeX layer. Each equation retains its position and number.

Can I open the PDF in Adobe Reader without installing extra fonts?

Yes. XeLaTeX embeds all fonts directly into the PDF. The document will render correctly in any PDF viewer — Adobe Reader, Foxit, browser viewer — with no additional font installation required.

Does the PDF embed fonts from the Mathcad worksheet?

Yes. All fonts, including mathematical symbols, are embedded by XeLaTeX into the final PDF. This is standard converter behavior — partially embedded or missing fonts do not occur.

Do I need Mathcad 15 installed?

No. Conversion is fully server-side. You only need a browser and the .xmcd or .xmcdz file.

What if I have a legacy .mcd from Mathcad 11–14?

The binary .mcd format has no public spec; the Web API returns HTTP 415. Open the file in Mathcad 15 and re-save as .xmcd, then convert to PDF here.