Convert PCL to SIXEL
Convert PCL images to SIXEL format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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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 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.
Start uploading a PCL image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your PCL file.
For an advanced conversion, use the PCL to SIXEL optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.
Give it a moment for the SIXEL conversion to complete, then download your file afterward.
To change PCL format to SIXEL, upload your PCL file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your PCL file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted SIXEL file afterward.
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cd to PCL file location or include path to your input file.