How to open the file with objects instead of stitches:ġ) When you open the design, use File Menu > Open designĢ) Then find your stitch file type (e.g. EMB format be sure to open this file for the most editing capability. For this reason if you have the file in the original. The stitch file format is not capable to retain all the original objects that was used to digitize the design. A stitch file, when originally saved, will only save the individual stitch information, color stops, and a few commands as needed by the machine. Most likely you have open the design with individual stitches. You are limited to how much you edit the design.Your files do not have any object outlines but only have stitches.You are not able to edit the design in Hatch.