How to convert PCX to BMP
1. Upload PCX
Select or drag and drop your PCX file into the converter.
2. Choose BMP
Select BMP as your output format. You can process multiple files at once.
3. Download
Click convert and download your new BMP file instantly.
Format Details
PCX
PCX (PiCture eXchange) is one of the earliest raster image formats, developed by ZSoft Corporation for PC Paintbrush software in 1985. It uses run-length encoding (RLE) compression and supports color depths from 1-bit to 24-bit. PCX was the dominant image format on DOS-based PCs before being superseded by BMP, JPEG, and PNG in the Windows era.
BMP
BMP (Bitmap) is one of the oldest raster image formats, developed by Microsoft for the Windows operating system. It stores pixel data in an uncompressed or minimally compressed form, resulting in large file sizes but perfect lossless quality. BMP is widely supported across Windows applications and is commonly used as an intermediate format in image processing workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert PCX to BMP?
Upload your PCX file on Convertek, select BMP as the output format, then click Convert. Your BMP file will be ready to download instantly.
Is the PCX to BMP converter free?
Yes. Converting PCX to BMP on Convertek is completely free with no watermarks. Fair upload limits apply (typically 30 MB per file).
Is my file kept after conversion?
No. Files are processed temporarily and not stored permanently. Converted downloads are available only in your browser session.
What is the difference between PCX and BMP?
PCX and BMP are different file formats with distinct use cases. Converting between them lets you use your file in software or workflows that require the BMP format.