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DEC Six Pixels (.six)

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.

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X11 Bitmap Graphic (.xbm)

The XBM (X11 Bitmap Graphic) file extension is a plain-text binary file format historically used in the X Window System to store monochrome bitmap images. Its primary use is for defining small, simple graphics such as icons and cursors. Originating from the 1980s, XBM files enable the inclusion of image data directly in C source code, facilitating easy integration and compilation within applications. While their use has declined with the advent of more advanced graphics formats, XBMs remain relevant for legacy systems and specific low-resource environments.

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How to convert SIX to XBM?

  1. Upload SIX File

    Choose the SIX image you wish to convert.

  2. Select SIX Tools

    For advanced customized conversion, use SIX to XBM tools and click Convert.

  3. Download Your XBM

    Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your XBM file.

Convert SIX to XBM

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SIX format to XBM?

To change SIX format to XBM, 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 XBM file afterward.

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Convert SIX to XBM on macOS

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

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

Convert SIX to XBM 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 SIX file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your SIX_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert SIX_INPUT_FILE --to xbm

Convert SIX to XBM on Linux

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

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

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