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Convert SIX images to XWD format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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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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X Windows Dump Image (.xwd)

The XWD file extension signifies an uncompressed bitmap format utilized within the X Window System for UNIX and Linux environments. This format is adept at capturing GUI screenshots, from individual windows to the entire desktop, ensuring high fidelity. However, the uncompressed nature of XWD leads to larger files, which may be suboptimal for web deployment.

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How to convert SIX to XWD?

  1. Upload SIX File

    Start uploading a SIX image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your SIX file.

  2. Select SIX Tools

    Check the file preview quickly and use SIX to XWD tools if you need to change the conversion settings.

  3. Download Your XWD

    Once the convert is complete, you can download the final XWD file.

Convert SIX to XWD

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SIX format to XWD?

To change SIX format to XWD, 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 XWD file afterward.

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Convert SIX to XWD 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 xwd

Convert SIX to XWD 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 xwd

Convert SIX to XWD 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 xwd

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