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Portable Network Graphics (.png)

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.

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Portable Bitmap (.pbm)

The PBM (Portable Bitmap) file extension, part of the Netpbm project, originated in the late 1980s to facilitate efficient and portable graphics file interchange. Primarily, PBM files are used to store monochrome bitmaps in a simple ASCII text format, ensuring easy compatibility across different systems and platforms. This format supports only black-and-white imagery, making it particularly useful in scenarios where simplicity and minimalism are prioritized, such as in Unix environments for bitmap manipulation and transfer. Its historical significance lies in promoting a standardized approach to bitmap graphics in early computer technology.

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How to convert PNG to PBM?

  1. Upload PNG File

    Choose the PNG image you wish to convert.

  2. Select PNG Tools

    Use any available PNG to PBM tools on the preview page and click Convert.

  3. Download Your PBM

    Let the conversion process finish, then download your PBM image.

Convert PNG to PBM

Tools

PNG Rotate

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

PNG Flip

Flip PNG vertically and/or horizontally (flop), and convert it to PBM.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change PNG format to PBM?

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

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Convert PNG to PBM on macOS

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

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

Convert PNG to PBM 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 PNG file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PNG_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PNG_INPUT_FILE --to pbm

Convert PNG to PBM on Linux

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

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

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