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Flexible Image Transport System (.fit)

The Flexible Image Transport System (FIT) file format, widely used in the field of astronomy and imaging, is designed for the storage, transmission, and processing of digital images and data. Developed in the late 1970s by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), the FIT format has become the standard for storing complex data arrays, including metadata. FIT files are particularly valued for their ability to preserve high-precision scientific data and extensive headers, making them indispensable in both professional and amateur astronomical research.

FIT Converter

DEC Six Pixels (.sixel)

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.

SIXEL Converter

How to convert FIT to SIXEL?

  1. Upload FIT File

    Select a FIT image from your computer, or drag & drop it on the page.

  2. Select FIT Tools

    Choose any FIT 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 FIT to SIXEL

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change FIT format to SIXEL?

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

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Convert FIT 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 FIT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FIT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FIT_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

Convert FIT 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 FIT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FIT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FIT_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

Convert FIT 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 FIT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your FIT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert FIT_INPUT_FILE --to sixel

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