HLF Converter
Convert HLF files online for free
Drop or upload your .HLF file
How to convert your HLF file
- Click Select File above, and choose your HLF file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert HLF to another file type
The converter easily converts your HLF file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- HLF to CSV
- HLF to JSON
- HLF to XML
- HLF to YAML
- HLF to YML
- HLF to TOML
- HLF to INI
- HLF to CFG
- HLF to CONF
- HLF to DAT
- HLF to DB
- HLF to SQL
Convert a file to HLF
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the HLF file type—in the best quality.
- DBF to HLF
- XML to HLF
- SQLITE to HLF
- XLSX to HLF
- SQL to HLF
- TSV to HLF
- ACCDB to HLF
- YAML to HLF
- MDB to HLF
- CSV to HLF
- ODS to HLF
- JSON to HLF
About HLF files
The HLF (Help Language File) format is primarily associated with FAR Manager. These files store help documentation and are not widely used outside this context. As a result, converting HLF files can be tricky and often requires specialized software or programming knowledge.
One of the most reliable methods for converting HLF files is by using software like FAR Manager itself, which may allow exporting HLF content into more accessible formats like .TXT or .RTF. Another potential tool is EmEditor, a text editor that supports a wide range of file formats and can handle HLF files.
HLF files can be converted to several formats, including .TXT, .RTF, .HTML, and .PDF. However, challenges arise due to the specialized nature of these files. The conversion process may not always retain formatting or structure, leading to potential loss of data integrity. Furthermore, not all software supports HLF files, adding another layer of complexity.
Given these challenges and drawbacks, it's advisable to use a user-friendly, reliable online service like Convert.Guru. This platform simplifies the conversion process, ensuring your files are safely and accurately converted. Just drag and drop your HLF files onto the Convert.Guru webpage, and select the desired output format. This approach saves time and eliminates the need for complex software installations.
The HLF 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 HLF converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.