Convert.Guru

PGS Converter

Convert PGS files online for free


Drop or upload your .PGS file

How to convert your PGS file

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


Convert PGS to another file type

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

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

Convert a file to PGS

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

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

About PGS files

PGS (Presentation Graphic Stream) files are primarily known for storing subtitle data extracted from Blu-ray discs. These files are crucial in preserving the original subtitle formatting and graphics, but they can present challenges when users need to convert them to more accessible formats. While PGS files offer high-quality subtitle images, they are not as widely supported as text-based subtitle formats like SRT or ASS.

To convert PGS files, you can use software like HandBrake, which allows conversion to formats such as SRT by utilizing Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to interpret the subtitle images. Another option is Subtitle Edit, which also supports OCR and can save subtitles in formats like SRT, SSA, or TXT. For a deeper understanding of PGS files, consider visiting the Wikipedia page on PGS.

While converting PGS files, one must consider the accuracy of OCR technology, as it may not flawlessly interpret all text, especially with complex fonts or languages. Additionally, maintaining synchronization with the video can be challenging. These challenges highlight the drawbacks of using PGS files in projects where flexibility and compatibility are necessary.

Given these considerations, using a reliable conversion platform like Convert.Guru can simplify the process. Convert.Guru offers a user-friendly interface where you can easily drag and drop PGS files to convert them to various text-based subtitle formats such as SRT, SSA, or TXT. By using Convert.Guru, you can ensure a safe, reliable, and hassle-free conversion experience, eliminating the need for complex software installations while providing easy access to user-friendly outputs.


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

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