An early image format used by PC Paintbrush in the DOS era of the 1980s. It is rarely used today, so old files usually need conversion to be viewed.
PCX to TGA Converter
Convert PCX files to TGA free in your browser — no signup, no install, and the file is never uploaded to a server. TGA keeps full quality with no further loss.
What changes in this conversion
- The pixels are decoded and written out as TGA. Image dimensions are preserved exactly; what changes is how that same picture is stored on disk.
How to use
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Add your PCX file
Drag the PCX file onto the drop area above, or click it to pick a file from your device. You can add several files at once.
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Confirm TGA as the output
TGA is already selected as the output format on this page. You can set the output width and height. Quality stays untouched because this format is lossless.
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Run the conversion
Press the convert button. A single image is usually done before you finish reading this sentence.
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Download the TGA file
When it finishes, download the TGA file. Converting multiple files gives you the option to download them together as a ZIP.
About these formats
A format long used for storing textures in game development and 3D rendering. It preserves alpha channels reliably but rarely opens in general-purpose viewers.
Frequently asked questions
Is converting PCX to TGA really free?
Yes. PCX to TGA conversion is completely free with no signup, no watermark, and no daily limit on the free plan for ordinary use.
Are my PCX files uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly, so the PCX file never leaves your device. That is also why it works without an internet connection once the page has loaded.
Does the TGA file get bigger than the PCX?
It can go either way. Both formats are lossless, so nothing is thrown away — the size difference comes from how each one packs the same data.
Is there a file size limit for PCX to TGA conversion?
The free plan handles files up to 200MB. Because processing happens on your own device, very large files depend on your computer's memory rather than a server quota.
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