WGS Converter
Convert WGS files online for free
Drop or upload your .WGS file
How to convert your WGS file
- Click Select File above, and choose your WGS file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert WGS to another file type
The converter easily converts your WGS file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- WGS to UTM
- WGS to PRS
- WGS to ITM
- WGS to DMS
- WGS to CSV
- WGS to JSON
- WGS to XML
- WGS to YAML
- WGS to YML
- WGS to TOML
- WGS to INI
- WGS to CFG
Convert a file to WGS
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the WGS file type—in the best quality.
- DBF to WGS
- XML to WGS
- SQLITE to WGS
- XLSX to WGS
- SQL to WGS
- TSV to WGS
- ACCDB to WGS
- YAML to WGS
- MDB to WGS
- CSV to WGS
- ODS to WGS
- JSON to WGS
About WGS files
WGS files, known as Whole Genome Sequencing files, contain detailed genetic information. These files are primarily used in bioinformatics for storing DNA sequences. While WGS files are invaluable for genetic research, they are often large and complex, making conversion a challenging task.
Converting WGS files into other formats is crucial for compatibility with various software applications used in genetic analysis. Common formats include FASTA, VCF, BAM, and SAM. Each format serves different purposes: FASTA for sequence data, VCF for variant calling, and BAM/SAM for alignment data.
For converting WGS files, software like SAMtools and GATK are often recommended. These tools are robust but require a certain level of technical expertise and are resource-intensive.
Key considerations for WGS file conversion include ensuring data integrity, managing large file sizes, and maintaining metadata. Challenges arise from the computational demand and potential data loss during conversion.
Despite their utility, WGS files have drawbacks. They are not universally compatible with all software, and their large size can be cumbersome to handle. Thus, converting WGS files into more adaptable formats is often necessary.
For a seamless conversion experience, we recommend using Convert.Guru, where you can simply drag-and-drop WGS files to convert them into various formats without the hassle of complex software. While traditional software offers reliability, Convert.Guru provides a user-friendly alternative that ensures secure and efficient file conversion.
The WGS 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 WGS converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.