Convert PNM to SIXEL
Convert PNM images to SIXEL format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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The PNM (Portable Anymap) file extension, developed by Jef Poskanzer in the 1980s, stands for Portable Any Map. It is an uncompressed raster graphics format designed for portable image storage and exchange, encompassing three sub-formats: PBM (Portable Bitmap), PGM (Portable Graymap), and PPM (Portable Pixmap). PNM files store image data in plain text or binary format, ensuring easy usage across different platforms and applications. This format is widely supported by various image editing software and is valued for its simplicity and lossless compression.
The SIXEL, or "six pixels", is a bitmap graphics format created by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) for their terminals and printers. Initially designed for DEC dot matrix printers like the LA50, it enabled the efficient transfer of bitmap graphics using a series of ASCII characters. Each character represents a 6-pixel high row, making it suitable for 7-bit serial communication. This format was later adapted for modern terminal emulators, extending its utility beyond its original scope.
Drag and drop a PNM file into the upload area to start conversion.
Finalize the PNM to SIXEL conversion by applying tools and clicking Convert.
You will be redirected to the download page to obtain the SIXEL image.
After setup, the Vertopal CLI tool converts PNM image seamlessly into SIXEL image.
cd to the PNM folder or include the path.