Convert.Guru

HDF5 Converter

Convert HDF5 files online for free


Drop or upload your .HDF5 file

How to convert your HDF5 file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your HDF5 file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert HDF5 to another file type

The converter easily converts your HDF5 file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.

  • HDF5 to CSV
  • HDF5 to NETCDF
  • HDF5 to JSON

Convert a file to HDF5

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the HDF5 file type—in the best quality.


About HDF5 files

HDF5 (Hierarchical Data Format version 5) is a versatile file format used for storing large amounts of data. It's commonly used in scientific and engineering fields due to its ability to handle complex data hierarchies and metadata. For more details, visit the Wikipedia page on HDF5.

Converting HDF5 files can be challenging due to their complex structure. Key considerations include maintaining data integrity and ensuring that all metadata is accurately preserved. Moreover, the lack of native support in many software applications can make conversion difficult.

Users can convert HDF5 files to various formats, such as CSV, JSON, XML, and NetCDF, using specialized software. Tools like HDFView or NetCDF4-Python libraries enable users to manipulate and export HDF5 data. While these software solutions are effective, they often require a certain level of technical expertise.

The drawbacks of using HDF5 files include their complexity and the steep learning curve associated with mastering them. Additionally, not all applications support HDF5, necessitating conversion for broader accessibility. This is where Convert.Guru comes in. Convert.Guru offers a user-friendly solution for converting HDF5 files with ease. Simply drag-and-drop your HDF5 files into the Convert.Guru webpage to convert them to your desired format.

By using Convert.Guru, you can safely and reliably convert HDF5 files to formats like CSV, JSON, XML, and NetCDF without the need for complex software. This makes it an ideal choice for users seeking a straightforward and effective way to manage their data conversions.


The HDF5 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 HDF5 converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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