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Why convert XWD to SIXEL?
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About the XWD format
XWD — X Window Dump
XWD is the native screenshot format of the X Window System, produced by the xwd command-line tool. It captures an exact pixel-level dump of a window or screen region on Unix/Linux systems and is primarily used in testing, documentation, and legacy automation scripts.
Common uses
- X11 screenshot capture and archiving
- Legacy Unix/Linux test automation
- Window capture for documentation
- Converting old X11 screenshots to modern formats
About the SIXEL format
SIXEL — DEC SIXEL Graphics
SIXEL is a graphics format developed by DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) for use in terminals and printers. It encodes bitmap images as a series of six-pixel-high bands transmitted as printable ASCII characters, and has seen a resurgence in modern terminal emulators.
Common uses
- Modern terminal emulator image display
- DEC terminal and VT-series printer output
- SSH session image viewing
- Converting images for terminal display
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Frequently asked questions
Is the conversion free?
Yes, basic conversion is completely free. For large volumes, check out our paid plans.
What is the maximum file size?
Free accounts can convert files up to 25 MB. Pro accounts up to 100 MB.
How long are my files kept?
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour on the free plan, 24 hours on Pro.
What formats are supported?
We support over 200 source and target formats. See our complete formats page.