STEX Converter
Convert STEX files online for free
Drop or upload your .STEX file
How to convert your STEX file
- Click Select File above, and choose your STEX file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert STEX to another file type
The converter easily converts your STEX file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- STEX to PNG
- STEX to CSV
- STEX to JSON
- STEX to XML
- STEX to YAML
- STEX to YML
- STEX to TOML
- STEX to INI
- STEX to CFG
- STEX to CONF
- STEX to DAT
- STEX to DB
Convert a file to STEX
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the STEX file type—in the best quality.
- DBF to STEX
- XML to STEX
- SQLITE to STEX
- XLSX to STEX
- SQL to STEX
- TSV to STEX
- ACCDB to STEX
- YAML to STEX
- MDB to STEX
- CSV to STEX
- ODS to STEX
- JSON to STEX
About STEX files
STEX files, primarily associated with SimCity game textures, are specialized formats used to store texture data. While they serve a niche purpose, converting STEX files into more accessible formats like JPEG, PNG, or BMP can be challenging due to their specific encoding and lack of wide support.
To convert STEX files, dedicated software like GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) can be handy. GIMP, a powerful open-source image editor, supports various plugins that might facilitate STEX conversion. Another option is IrfanView, renowned for its extensive format support and conversion capabilities. Both tools require downloading and installing on your computer, as they do not offer direct STEX support out of the box.
STEX files can be converted to formats such as JPEG, PNG, BMP, and TGA. However, users face challenges like potential quality loss and the need for technical know-how during conversion. Furthermore, STEX files, due to their proprietary nature, may not always maintain their integrity when converted, leading to distorted images.
Given these challenges, it's often more efficient to use a reliable online service. We recommend using the free and easy-to-use Convert.Guru website. Simply drag and drop your STEX files into the webpage to convert them into the desired format effortlessly. This method saves time and frustration, ensuring you get the format you need without the hassle.
The STEX 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 STEX converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.