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What is a CHM file?
CHM (Compiled HTML Help) is a proprietary help file format developed by Microsoft. It consists of compressed HTML documents, images, and navigation tools used to create interactive help systems for software.
CHM files are most commonly found in Windows applications and support features like full-text search, indexing, and hyperlinking. Although it’s an older format, it's still widely supported in technical documentation.
How to open CHM files
CHM files can be opened on Windows with the built-in Microsoft HTML Help Viewer. On other platforms, use CHM viewers like xCHM, KchmViewer, or Calibre.
Use AnyConv to convert CHM files to PDF or HTML if you want to read them on unsupported devices or browsers.
Key facts about CHM
- Full name: Compiled HTML Help File
- Extension: .chm
- MIME type: application/vnd.ms-htmlhelp
- Developed by: Microsoft
- Initial release: 1997
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What is a TXT file?
TXT is a plain text file format containing unformatted text. It is one of the simplest and most universal file types, supported by nearly every text editor and operating system.
TXT files are often used for notes, logs, configuration data, and scripts, especially where formatting is not required.
How to open TXT files
TXT files can be opened with any text editor, including Notepad, TextEdit, and VS Code. They are used for unformatted notes and scripts.
You can convert TXT to DOCX, PDF, or RTF using AnyConv or word processing software.
Key facts about TXT
- Full name: Plain Text File
- Extension: .txt
- MIME type: text/plain
- Developed by: Unknown
- Initial release: 1965
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert CHM files?Not at all! You can convert CHM to TXT without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert CHM to TXT on AnyConv?Absolutely. All CHM and TXT files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting CHM to TXT?We do our best to preserve the original quality during CHM to TXT conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert CHM to TXT?Most conversions from CHM to TXT take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one CHM file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple CHM files to TXT at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support CHM to TXT conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting CHM to TXT on any platform.