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Convert CALS images to PJPEG format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support Type 1 Image (.cals)

The CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image file format, developed by the United States Department of Defense in the mid-1980s, is a standard for storing raster (bit-mapped) image data, typically black-and-white. It ensures efficient data interchange and retention of orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images. This standard was part of the broader CALS initiative aimed at improving electronic publishing and data management within the federal government.

CALS Converter

Progressive JPEG (.pjpeg)

The PJPEG (Progressive JPEG) is a file extension for images that enhances the standard JPEG format by displaying images in successive waves of increasing detail, improving the user experience during slow network conditions. The JPEG stands for "Joint Photographic Experts Group", the organization that developed the standard in 1992. PJPEG is particularly useful for web applications, as it allows images to appear more quickly and progressively refine in quality, rather than loading from top to bottom like baseline JPEGs.

PJPEG Converter

How to convert CALS to PJPEG?

  1. Upload CALS File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your CALS file.

  2. Select CALS Tools

    Use any available CALS to PJPEG tools on the preview page and click Convert.

  3. Download Your PJPEG

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

Convert CALS to PJPEG

Tools

CALS Rotate

Rotate CALS to right (90° clockwise), to left (90° counter-clockwise), 180°, and convert it to PJPEG.

CALS Flip

Flip CALS vertically and/or horizontally (flop), and convert it to PJPEG.

PJPEG Quality

Convert CALS to PJPEG and change the PJPEG quality by adjusting the JPEG compression level.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change CALS format to PJPEG?

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

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Convert CALS to PJPEG on macOS

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

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

Convert CALS to PJPEG 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 CALS file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your CALS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert CALS_INPUT_FILE --to pjpeg

Convert CALS to PJPEG on Linux

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

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

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