Hoopbench

Singer XXX files

XXX is the Singer format. It has a 256 byte header, then stitch records, then a table of real colours after the end marker.

Open a .xxx file

Used by

Singer machines and the software that shipped with them.

What it keeps

Stitch positions, jumps, trims, colour stops and exact colours.

What it can't hold

Thread names and catalogue numbers. Only the colour value is stored.

What to watch for

Singer home machines have long, narrow hoops on several models, so check both the width and height.

Best for

Singer machines that read XXX.