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Silicon Graphics Image (.sgi)

The Silicon Graphics Image (SGI) file format, developed by Silicon Graphics Inc. in 1995, is a raster graphics format designed for high-quality color images. It supports 8 to 32 bits per pixel, three primary color channels, and an optional alpha channel for transparency. The format employs run-length encoding (RLE) compression to minimize file sizes. Initially utilized on Silicon Graphics workstations, the SGI format remains compatible with modern image viewers and editors.

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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.

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How to convert SGI to SIXEL?

  1. Upload SGI File

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

  2. Select SGI Tools

    Choose any SGI to SIXEL converter tools for a customized conversion, and click Convert.

  3. Download Your SIXEL

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

Convert SGI to SIXEL

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SGI format to SIXEL?

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

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

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

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

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