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Convert FITS to SIXEL

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Convert FITS to SIXEL
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Flexible Image Transport System (.fits)

Flexible Image Transport System, abbreviated FITS, is an open standard designed for scientific (especially astronomical) data acquisition. FITS format is the most used digital file format in astronomy.

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How to convert FITS to SIXEL?

  1. Upload FITS File

    Select any FITS image you wish to convert by clicking the Choose File button.

  2. Select FITS Tools

    Choose any FITS to SIXEL converter tools for a customized conversion, and click Convert.

  3. Download Your SIXEL

    Wait a few moments for the converter to complete its job, then download your SIXEL file.

Convert FITS to SIXEL

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change FITS format to SIXEL?

To change FITS format to SIXEL, upload your FITS file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your FITS file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted SIXEL file afterward.

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Convert FITS to SIXEL on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to FITS file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FITS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FITS_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

Convert FITS to SIXEL on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to FITS file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FITS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FITS_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

Convert FITS to SIXEL on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to FITS file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FITS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FITS_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

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