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Video Image Communication and Retrieval (.vicar)

The VICAR file extension, developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, is a raster image format designed for storing and processing multi-dimensional scientific data from space missions. It includes metadata labels and image data, supporting various data types used in biomedical imaging and geological studies. The format ensures data integrity and usability, and the open-source VICAR software system enhances accessibility for scientific research.

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Portable Graymap (.pgm)

The Portable Graymap (PGM) file extension, originating in the late 1980s as part of the Netpbm project, stands for "Portable Gray Map". It serves as a simple, versatile format for grayscale images, enabling easy reading and writing by various programs. Due to its straightforward structure and plain text encoding, it's often used in academic and research settings where ease of parsing and accessibility are crucial. PGM files store grayscale images in a compact, efficient manner, making them an essential tool for image processing tasks.

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How to convert VICAR to PGM?

  1. Upload VICAR File

    Drag & drop any VICAR file from your device or click the Choose File button to proceed.

  2. Select VICAR Tools

    For advanced customized conversion, use VICAR to PGM tools and click Convert.

  3. Download Your PGM

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

Convert VICAR to PGM

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change VICAR format to PGM?

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

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Convert VICAR to PGM on macOS

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

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

Convert VICAR to PGM 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 VICAR file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your VICAR_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert VICAR_INPUT_FILE --to pgm

Convert VICAR to PGM on Linux

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

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

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