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What is a BMP file?
BMP (Bitmap) is a raster image format developed by Microsoft. It stores image data pixel by pixel, which makes it simple and widely supported but often results in large file sizes due to a lack of compression.
BMP is mostly used in Windows environments and ideal for storing high-quality images where file size is not a concern. It supports various color depths and is easy to process programmatically.
How to open BMP files
BMP files are supported natively on all major operating systems — including Windows, macOS, and Linux. You can open them with default tools like Paint, Preview, or with editing software like GIMP, Photoshop, or IrfanView.
They can also be converted easily using online platforms such as AnyConv.
Key facts about BMP
- Full name: Bitmap Image File
- Extension: .bmp
- MIME type: image/bmp
- Developed by: Microsoft
- Initial release: 1986
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What is a PGM file?
PGM (Portable Graymap) is a grayscale image format that stores pixels as plain text or binary values. It's part of the Netpbm family and is used for scientific and academic purposes where simple formats are preferred.
PGM is ideal for storing black-and-white or grayscale data in a human-readable or compact form.
How to open PGM files
PGM files can be opened with GIMP, IrfanView, ImageMagick, and many other graphics tools. Most Netpbm utilities also support conversion to other formats.
To quickly convert PGM to JPG or PNG, AnyConv offers a fast and browser-based converter.
Key facts about PGM
- Full name: Portable Graymap Format
- Extension: .pgm
- MIME type: image/x-portable-graymap
- Developed by: Jef Poskanzer
- Initial release: 1988
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert BMP files?Not at all! You can convert BMP to PGM without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert BMP to PGM on AnyConv?Absolutely. All BMP and PGM files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting BMP to PGM?We do our best to preserve the original quality during BMP to PGM conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert BMP to PGM?Most conversions from BMP to PGM take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one BMP file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple BMP files to PGM at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support BMP to PGM conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting BMP to PGM on any platform.