Sketch EPS Import Not Working

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Workaround available macOS 14+ Updated November 13, 2026Based on 2 user reportsHow we research

Quick answer

Apple removed PostScript support in macOS Sonoma, so Sketch can no longer import EPS. Convert the file to PDF or SVG first.

Most likely fix: Convert EPS to PDF or SVG

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Convert EPS to PDF or SVG

    1. Use Ghostscript (free, check its licence) or an online EPS converter
    2. Import the PDF or SVG into Sketch; try both if the first looks off
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Symptoms

EPS files fail to import on macOS Sonoma or newer.

Why it happens

  • macOS Sonoma dropped built-in PostScript support

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