TRU Converter
Convert TRU files online for free
Drop or upload your .TRU file
How to convert your TRU file
- Click Select File above, and choose your TRU file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert TRU to another file type
The converter easily converts your TRU file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.
Convert a file to TRU
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the TRU file type—in the best quality.
About TRU files
TRU files, primarily associated with the True BASIC software, contain source code written in the True BASIC programming language. While True BASIC was popular for educational purposes, TRU files are not commonly used today, leading to limited support from modern software.
TRU files can be converted into various text-based file formats such as .txt, .doc, and .pdf. However, conversion can be tricky due to the unique syntax of True BASIC. It is essential to ensure that the content is correctly interpreted during conversion to maintain the integrity of the code.
Due to the niche nature of TRU files, direct conversion tools are rare. Users can manually convert TRU files using text editors like Notepad++ or Sublime Text. For more advanced users, programming environments like Eclipse or Visual Studio might offer better control.
Converting TRU files involves challenges such as maintaining code structure and syntax fidelity. Additionally, the lack of widespread TRU support makes it difficult to find reliable converters, emphasizing the importance of using trusted software capable of handling legacy formats.
While TRU files have their niche uses, the complexity and limited support make them less practical in modern contexts.
Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your tru file.
The TRU 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 TRU converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.