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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.

SIXEL Converter

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.

SIX Converter

How to convert SIXEL to SIX?

  1. Upload SIXEL File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your SIXEL file.

  2. Select SIXEL Tools

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

  3. Download Your SIX

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

Convert SIXEL to SIX

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SIXEL format to SIX?

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

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Convert SIXEL to SIX on macOS

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

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

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

Convert SIXEL to SIX on Linux

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

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

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