Convert XPM to SIXEL
Convert XPM images to SIXEL format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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The XPM (X PixMap) file extension is a format used for storing pixmap images, primarily in the X Window System for Unix-based systems. Developed in the late 1980s, it allows for the storage of images in plain text, making it human-readable and editable. XPM files are mainly utilized for defining icons and graphical elements in software applications. They support transparency and can be easily integrated into programming languages such as C, enhancing the customization and visual appeal of user interfaces. The format's simplicity and flexibility have cemented its role in software development and graphical design.
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.
Select the XPM image you want to process by browsing your computer.
Finalize the XPM to SIXEL conversion by applying tools and clicking Convert.
Finalize the SIXEL image conversion and proceed with downloading the file.
Use Vertopal CLI to process XPM image and export as SIXEL image.
cd to the XPM folder or include the path.