BLN Converter
Convert BLN files online for free
Drop or upload your .BLN file
How to convert your BLN file
- Click Select File above, and choose your BLN file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert BLN to another file type
The converter easily converts your BLN file to various formats—free and online. No ArcGIS or extra software needed.
- BLN to SHP
- BLN to KML
- BLN to KMZ
- BLN to GPX
- BLN to GEOJSON
- BLN to TOPOJSON
- BLN to TIF
- BLN to TIFF
- BLN to ECW
- BLN to SID
- BLN to IMG
- BLN to DEM
Convert a file to BLN
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the BLN file type—in the best quality.
- LAZ to BLN
- KMZ to BLN
- DTM to BLN
- CSV to BLN
- DEM to BLN
- PRJ to BLN
- LAS to BLN
- GPX to BLN
- DSM to BLN
- SHP to BLN
- DBF to BLN
- KML to BLN
About BLN files
BLN files, commonly associated with Golden Software, are used primarily for boundary line data storage. While these files are effective for specific geospatial applications, they present several challenges when you need to convert them into more versatile formats. Popular formats for conversion include CSV, KML, SHP, and DXF.
One of the main challenges with BLN files is their limited compatibility with mainstream software. This can make viewing and editing difficult unless you have specialized software such as Surfer by Golden Software or QGIS, which both support BLN format.
To convert BLN files, software like GDAL can be used, as it provides a command-line tool for format conversion. However, using GDAL requires technical expertise, which might not be user-friendly for everyone. Additionally, proprietary software solutions can be costly and complex to operate.
It's worth noting that while converting BLN files to other formats can make them more accessible, the process can sometimes result in data loss or misrepresentation, especially with complex geospatial data. Therefore, it's crucial to thoroughly check the converted files for accuracy.
Despite these challenges, converting BLN files is essential for broader compatibility and usability. For a more convenient alternative, you should consider using Convert.Guru. Simply drag and drop your BLN files onto the website to effortlessly convert them to a variety of formats without worrying about software limitations or technical complexity. Convert.Guru offers a safe, reliable, and user-friendly solution for all your file conversion needs.
The BLN 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 BLN converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.