Convert.Guru

DESK Converter

Convert DESK files online for free


Drop or upload your .DESK file

How to convert your DESK file

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


Convert DESK to another file type

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

  • DESK to INDD
  • DESK to QXP
  • DESK to PUB
  • DESK to PMD
  • DESK to PM6
  • DESK to PM7
  • DESK to PM8
  • DESK to PM9
  • DESK to PM10
  • DESK to PM11
  • DESK to OMP
  • DESK to P65

Convert a file to DESK

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

  • MDI to DESK
  • PUB to DESK
  • PDP to DESK
  • PM4 to DESK
  • P65 to DESK
  • COMIC to DESK
  • WEBTEMPLATE to DESK
  • PMD to DESK
  • SPUB to DESK
  • INDD to DESK
  • PM5 to DESK
  • QXP to DESK

About DESK files

The DESK file type is a lesser-known format primarily used by certain desktop publishing software. While it offers specific functionalities within its native application, it is often necessary to convert DESK files into more accessible formats for broader usability.

Common file extensions to which DESK files can be converted include .pdf, .docx, .txt, and .html. However, this conversion is not always straightforward due to the proprietary nature of DESK files, which can pose compatibility issues.

Software options for converting DESK files include using desktop applications like LibreOffice or Adobe Acrobat for certain types of conversion. Alternatively, programming solutions such as Python libraries might be employed for custom conversion scripts.

One of the primary challenges in converting DESK files is maintaining the layout and formatting integrity. The conversion process may result in loss of data or altered formatting, which can be a significant drawback when precision is crucial.

Given these challenges, using a free and easy-to-use service like Convert.Guru is highly recommended. Simply drag and drop your DESK files onto their webpage for seamless conversion to various formats. This website ensures that your files are converted reliably, preserving the original quality and layout.


The DESK 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 DESK converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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