PCX to PNG

Convert PCX (PC Paintbrush) files to PNG format.

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About this converter

Legacy Format Support

Convert classic PC Paintbrush files from the DOS/Windows era.

Modern Compatibility

PNG works everywhere, while PCX has limited modern support.

Preserves Quality

Lossless conversion maintains all original colors and details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PCX file?

PCX (PC Paintbrush Exchange) was one of the first widely accepted DOS image formats. Created by ZSoft for PC Paintbrush in the 1980s.

Why convert PCX to PNG?

PNG offers better compression, universal compatibility, and transparency support. Most modern software cannot open PCX files directly.

Is quality preserved?

Yes, the conversion is completely lossless. All original colors and pixel data are preserved in the PNG output.

What PCX variants are supported?

This tool supports 1-bit, 4-bit, 8-bit, and 24-bit PCX files with RLE compression.