Convert.Guru

BITMAP Converter

Convert BITMAP files online for free


Drop or upload your .BITMAP file

How to convert your BITMAP file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your BITMAP file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert BITMAP to another file type

The converter easily converts your BITMAP file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.

  • BITMAP to SVG
  • BITMAP to JPEG
  • BITMAP to ICON
  • BITMAP to PDF

Convert a file to BITMAP

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the BITMAP file type—in the best quality.


About BITMAP files

BITMAP files, often recognized by their .bmp extension, are raster graphics formats that store images as pixel data. Learn more about them on Wikipedia. While they provide high-quality images, BMP files are notorious for their large file sizes, which make them less ideal for web use and sharing.

Converting BITMAP files is crucial for optimizing them for various applications. You can convert BMP files to several formats such as .jpg, .png, .gif, .tiff, and .pdf. Each format serves different needs; for instance, JPEG is great for compressing size without losing much quality, while PNG retains transparency.

For software-based conversions, consider using desktop applications like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP. These tools offer robust capabilities for format conversion and image editing.

However, converting BMP files can be challenging due to potential quality loss or color inaccuracies during conversion. Additionally, maintaining metadata can be cumbersome. These challenges make it necessary to choose the right format for your needs.

Despite these hurdles, converting your BITMAP files is effortless with Convert.Guru. Simply drag and drop your files onto the webpage to transform them into your desired format quickly and safely. Avoid the drawbacks of large BMP files and ensure your images are optimized for various uses.

Embrace the convenience and reliability of Convert.Guru, and make file format conversion a seamless part of your workflow.


The BITMAP Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best BITMAP converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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