Convert PCL to PNG
Convert PCL images to PNG format, edit and optimize images online and free.
The PCL file extension, Printer Command Language, is a page description language developed by Hewlett-Packard (HP) in the 1980s. It is used to control printer features and describe the layout of text and graphics on a printed page. PCL files contain commands that instruct the printer on how to print the document, including details like size, layout, and resolution. Initially designed for HP's inkjet and dot matrix printers, PCL has evolved to support various printer types, including laser printers. Its simplicity and efficiency have made it a widely adopted standard in the printing industry.
The Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file extension, established in 1996, serves as a widely-used raster graphics format that supports lossless data compression. Initially developed as a superior, patent-free replacement for the GIF format, PNG is prevalent in the IT industry for web design, digital photography, and complex graphics due to its capability to handle detailed images with transparent backgrounds and its extensive color range. Known for maintaining high-quality visuals without increasing file size significantly, PNG remains an indispensable tool in professional digital imaging and web development.
Upload a PCL image by dragging it into the designated area.
Customize the PCL to PNG conversion using available tools before confirming.
Give the converter a few seconds, then download your PNG file.
Rotate PCL to right (90° clockwise), to left (90° counter-clockwise), 180°, and convert it to PNG.
Flip PCL vertically and/or horizontally (flop), and convert it to PNG.
Convert PCL to PNG and change the compression without loosing quality. A trade-off between file size and decoding speed.
Convert PCL to Black & White (monochrome) PNG, 8-bit Grayscale PNG, 24-bit RGB PNG, and 32-bit RGBA PNG.
Convert PCL to interlaced PNG.
Execute Vertopal CLI commands to convert PCL image into PNG image.
cd to move into the PCL directory or include the path.