Convert SIX to FITS
Convert SIX images to FITS format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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The SIX file extension, short for "six pixels", is a bitmap graphics format developed by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) for their terminals and printers. Introduced initially to send bitmap graphics to DEC dot matrix printers like the LA50, SIX later facilitated the transfer of soft fonts to terminals such as the VT220. This format encodes images using a series of six-pixel-high patterns, making it efficient for transmitting graphics over 7-bit serial links. Rediscovered around 2010, SIX remains in use with modern terminal emulators for tasks like video playback.
The FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) file extension is widely utilized in the field of astronomy for storing, transmitting, and manipulating scientific data and images. Originating in the late 1970s, FITS was developed by NASA and the International Astronomical Union (IAU) to standardize the format for astronomical data. Its primary use is to archive astronomical images, spectral data, and other multidimensional data arrays, enabling efficient data interchange among scientists and astronomers. FITS files are known for their ability to store metadata and large datasets, making them essential for detailed scientific analysis and long-term preservation in research environments.
Start uploading a SIX image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your SIX file.
For advanced customized conversion, use SIX to FITS tools and click Convert.
Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your FITS file.
To change SIX format to FITS, upload your SIX file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your SIX file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted FITS file afterward.
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cd to SIX file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.
cd to SIX file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.
cd to SIX file location or include path to your input file.