Convert.Guru

SHG Converter

Convert SHG files online for free


Drop or upload your .SHG file

How to convert your SHG file

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


Convert SHG to another file type

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

  • SHG to CSV
  • SHG to JSON
  • SHG to XML
  • SHG to YAML
  • SHG to YML
  • SHG to TOML
  • SHG to INI
  • SHG to CFG
  • SHG to CONF
  • SHG to DAT
  • SHG to DB
  • SHG to SQL

Convert a file to SHG

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

  • DBF to SHG
  • XML to SHG
  • SQLITE to SHG
  • XLSX to SHG
  • SQL to SHG
  • TSV to SHG
  • ACCDB to SHG
  • YAML to SHG
  • MDB to SHG
  • CSV to SHG
  • ODS to SHG
  • JSON to SHG

About SHG files

SHG files, also known as Segmented Hypergraphics files, are primarily used for creating interactive graphics in Microsoft Windows Help files. Despite their utility in specific legacy systems, SHG files have become increasingly obsolete and can pose challenges for modern users due to limited compatibility with current software.

To convert SHG files to more accessible formats, such as JPEG, PNG, BMP, TIFF, or GIF, users typically require specialized software. Tools like IrfanView and XnView are popular choices as they support SHG file viewing and conversion. For those interested in the technical history of these files, you can explore more on Wikipedia's Microsoft Windows Help page.

Converting SHG files is not always straightforward. Compatibility issues with modern systems can complicate the conversion process, and the lack of widespread software support further exacerbates these difficulties. Additionally, SHG files may not retain full interactivity or quality when converted to other formats, potentially leading to data loss or compromised functionality.

Given these challenges, users are encouraged to explore Convert.Guru, a free and user-friendly platform for converting SHG files. Simply drag and drop your SHG files onto the webpage, and effortlessly transform them into your desired format. While SHG files have their drawbacks, Convert.Guru offers a reliable solution to seamlessly convert and utilize these files in today's digital landscape.


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

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