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Convert SUN images to SIXEL format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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Sun Raster (.sun)

The Sun Raster (SUN) file extension, originating from Sun Microsystems, is a bitmap image format used primarily on SunOS systems. Known for its versatility in storing raster graphics, it supports various color depths, from monochrome to 24-bit true color. Initially created for the Sun workstation's image processing software, it facilitated efficient graphical data manipulation and transmission. Over time, its straightforward structure and compatibility with different Unix-based systems ensured its adoption in diverse graphic applications. Today, while largely historical, the SUN file format remains an important part of the legacy of early computer graphics development.

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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 SUN to SIXEL?

  1. Upload SUN File

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

  2. Select SUN Tools

    Pick any SUN to SIXEL tools if you need to edit your SUN file, then click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your SIXEL

    Let the file convert, then you can download your SIXEL file right afterward.

Convert SUN to SIXEL

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How to change SUN format to SIXEL?

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

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

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

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

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