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Online PNM Converter

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What is a PNM file?

PNM (Portable Anymap) is a meta-format that can represent PBM (bitmap), PGM (grayscale), and PPM (color) images. It's part of the Netpbm format family and often used in academic and Unix-based systems.

PNM serves as a simple, low-overhead format that’s easy to manipulate with scripts and command-line tools.

How to open PNM files

PNM files can be opened with ImageMagick, XnView, GIMP, and Netpbm tools. They’re best used in environments that handle raw or uncompressed image data.

AnyConv allows you to quickly convert PNM to standard formats like JPG or PNG online.

Key facts about PNM

  • Full name: Portable Anymap Format
  • Extension: .pnm
  • MIME type: image/x-portable-anymap
  • Developed by: Jef Poskanzer
  • Initial release: 1988

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FAQ

    👍 What is the best PNM converter?
    Perhaps our PNM converter is the best. AnyConv is fast, free and does not require software installation.
    🔺 How to convert Image files to PNM?
    Choose files and upload them on the page. Select "to PNM" and click "Convert". After a few seconds, you can download PNM files.
    🔻 How do i change PNM to another format?
    Upload your PNM-file on the page. Select target format and click "Convert". PNM conversion takes a few seconds.
    📱 Can I use PNM converter on iPhone or iPad?
    Yes, you can convert PNM files from iPhone, iPad and other mobile devices, because AnyConv PNM Converter is a multi-platform web service.