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Here are 2 simple steps to convert your PGM to PNG using our fast and free PGM converter tool.
Extension | PGM |
Full Name | Portable graymap format |
Type | Image |
Mime Type | application/octet-stream |
Format | Binary |
A PGM file, short for Portable Gray Map, is a popular image file format used for storing grayscale images. It is a simple and widely supported format that is commonly used in computer graphics and image processing applications. PGM files can be in two formats: P2 and P5. P2 format is a plain text representation of the image, where pixel values and metadata are written as human-readable text. P5 format, on the other hand, stores the data in binary form, making it more compact and efficient for large images.
PGM files are known for their simplicity and ease of use. Each pixel in a PGM image is represented by a single grayscale value, typically ranging from 0 (black) to 255 (white), allowing for 256 shades of gray. This makes PGM files ideal for storing and processing black-and-white images, such as scanned documents, line drawings, or simple icons. Additionally, PGM files do not support color information, which further contributes to their simplicity.
One of the key advantages of PGM files is their platform independence. They can be opened and manipulated by a wide range of image editing and processing software on various operating systems. This makes PGM a versatile format for tasks that involve grayscale images, such as image analysis, computer vision, and certain types of scientific research where color information is not necessary.
Extension | PNG |
Full Name | Portable Network Graphics |
Type | Image |
Mime Type | image/png |
Format | Binary |
Opens With | Paint.Net, Photoshop |
A PNG (Portable Network Graphics) file is a widely used image format that was developed as a replacement for the GIF format, which had limited color support and was subject to patent issues. PNG files use lossless compression, meaning they retain all the original image data without losing quality. This makes PNG ideal for storing graphics, logos, and images with sharp lines or text, as it avoids the artifacts associated with lossy compression formats like JPEG. PNG supports various color depths, including 24-bit true color and 8-bit grayscale, allowing it to represent a wide range of colors and shades.
One of the key features of PNG files is their support for transparency. PNG supports an alpha channel, which allows parts of the image to be transparent, making it perfect for creating images with irregular or non-rectangular shapes that can blend seamlessly into different backgrounds. This transparency feature is particularly valuable for web design and graphic editing tasks, as it facilitates more flexible and visually appealing compositions.
While PNG files provide excellent image quality and transparency support, they tend to have larger file sizes compared to some other image formats like JPEG. This can be a drawback, especially for web use, where smaller file sizes are preferred for faster loading times. However, the advantages of PNG in terms of lossless compression, high-quality images, and transparent backgrounds make it a popular choice in various contexts, including web design, digital art, and image editing.
Our PGM imaging tool will accurately convert your PGM file into a PNG image file using our high quality internal 2D rendering to create your final PNG ready for download. Your PGM file will be analyzed pixel by pixel in order to produce the most accurate conversion possible.
First click the "Upload..." button, select your PGM file to upload. Your PGM file will be uploaded to our servers. When the PGM to PNG conversion has completed, you can download your PNG file straight away.
We aim to process all PGM to PNG conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds however this can be longer for certain files, so please be patient.
We aim to provide the best conversion experience. Our tools are under constant review and development with new features being added every week.
If you are converting your PGM file to a format that implements lossy-compression then yes, the quality will be reduced however the loss in quality is usually not noticeable and can result in much smaller file sizes.
No. When converting your PGM file our tool will not perform any resizing of your image and the resulting file will be the same resolution as your uploaded PGM file.