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GFF3 Converter

Convert GFF3 files online for free


Drop or upload your .GFF3 file

How to convert your GFF3 file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your GFF3 file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert GFF3 to another file type

The converter easily converts your GFF3 file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.

  • GFF3 to BED
  • GFF3 to GENBANK
  • GFF3 to FASTA
  • GFF3 to GBK
  • GFF3 to CSV

Convert a file to GFF3

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GFF3 file type—in the best quality.


About GFF3 files

The GFF3 (General Feature Format version 3) is a widely used file format for describing genes and other features of DNA, RNA, and protein sequences. It is a plain text file format that is structured in a tab-delimited manner, making it easily readable but also susceptible to formatting issues.

Converting GFF3 files can be challenging due to their complex structure and the biological significance of the data. Common conversion formats include BED, GTF/GFF, FASTA, and CSV. Each of these formats serves different purposes, such as visualization, annotation, or sequence analysis.

For converting GFF3 files, specialized software is recommended to ensure data integrity. Tools like rtracklayer (R package), BEDTools, and Geneious offer robust features for conversion and manipulation of GFF3 data.

Key considerations when converting GFF3 files include maintaining data accuracy, handling large datasets, and preserving metadata. These files often contain intricate details about genomic features that can be lost if not converted properly. Additionally, the hierarchical nature of the data can pose challenges during conversion.

Despite these challenges, converting GFF3 files is essential for various genomic analyses and data interchange. The primary drawback of GFF3 files is their complexity, which can lead to errors if not handled correctly. This is where Convert.Guru comes in handy. With its user-friendly interface, users can easily drag-and-drop GFF3 files to convert them to different formats, ensuring a seamless and reliable conversion process without the hassle of dealing with complex software.

Try Convert.Guru today for a hassle-free conversion experience!


The GFF3 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 GFF3 converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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