Convert PCX to BMP Online

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Total Image Converter

JPEG, TIFF, PSD, PNG, etc.

Total Image Converter supports the widest list of output file types: PDF, TIFF, BMP, PNG, JPEG, JPEG2000, ICO, GIF, PCX, TGA, PXM, PS, PCL! Besides, it converts many rare formats like PALM, PICT, XPM, FIX.

Rotate Images

Along with conversions you can rotate your images! All is done in batch so you save a lot of your valuable time.

Resize Images

With Total Image Converter it's very easy to resize your photos or images in batch. Make them suitable for the web or emailing.

RAW photos

Total Image Converter supports almost all RAW camera photos (CRW, CR2, NEF, PEF, RAF, X3F, RAW, BAY, ORF, NRW, SRF, MRW). Save them as TIFF or JPEG files for easy publishing or sharing.

Watermarks

Add text watermarks to the header or the footer of the output file to prevent unauthorized use.

Clear interface

The inerface of the pss is clear and straightforward. The built-in Preview panel helps you to view each file full-sized and learn the info about it.

Command line

Total Image Converter can be run via command line (get the ready-to-use BAT file from GUI settings).

How to convert PCX to BMP?

💾 Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your PCX file.

✍️ Set Conversion Options: Choose BMP as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.

Convert and Download: Click 👉«Download Converted File»👈 to get your BMP file.

Cloud Based

There is no need to install any software to convert PCX to BMP with CoolUtils. Simply access the internet, and you can easily convert your file online with our service.

Secure

Our hardware operates in top-tier, highly secure data centers equipped with advanced electronic surveillance and multi-factor access control systems.

Ease of Use

Convert PCX to BMP online in seconds. PCX is the ZSoft PC Paintbrush image format; this free converter decodes it and writes BMP — an uncompressed bitmap every Windows app reads. No software to install, no watermark.

Privacy

We understand the importance of privacy, which is why we've developed a comprehensive privacy policy detailing how we handle your files and personal information. You can read the policy here.

PCX File

File extension	.PCX
Category	Image File
Description	PCX is mostly used in IBM PC-compatible systems. The most popular format version is 5th, VGA palette is supported in 3rd and later versions that do not support individually created palettes. The maximum size is 64k x 64k pixels. PCS supports RGB mode, indexed raster colors, grayscale colors, as well as alpha-channels. The depth of image in PCX can be 1, 4, 8 or 24 bit. Complex compression scheme actually can increase the file size and is not suitable for deep-pixel graphics.
Associated programs	Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Paint Windows Picture and Fax Viewer
Developed by	ZSoft Corporation
MIME type	image/x-pcx
Useful links	More detailed information on PCX files
Conversion type	PCX to BMP

BMP File

File extension	.BMP, .RLE, .DIB
Category	Image File
Description	May be the simplest file format, BMP was developed jointly by Microsoft and IBM. That is why it is widespread on Windows platform. This extension is characterized a raster graphic format which is recognized by many programs today. In comparison with other bitmap formats, JPEG and GIF, BMP keeps color data for each pixel in the image and doesn't compress images to decrease a file size. That is what makes it perfect file format for printable images.
Associated programs	Adobe Photoshop MS Paint Microsoft Photo Editor Paintbrush
Developed by	Microsoft
MIME type	image/bmp Image/x-ms-bmp
Useful links	More detailed information on BMP files

2026-01-24

Recovered old PCX scans from a DOS-era archive and converted them all to BMP. Every file opened correctly in Paint.NET.

Gerald Hoffmann

2026-03-08

PCX to BMP conversion was exactly what I needed to import legacy graphics into a modern Windows application.

Lindiwe Dube

2026-05-01

Processed a folder of 500 PCX files to BMP in one go. Reliable batch conversion with no corrupted output.

Henri Lefevre

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PCX to BMP Converter — Frequently Asked Questions ▼

What is a PCX file?

PCX is the ZSoft PC Paintbrush image format, widely used in DOS-era software and early Windows applications. It uses run-length encoding for compression and supports up to 24-bit color, but modern software rarely opens .pcx files natively.

How do I convert PCX to BMP online?

Upload your .pcx file using the button above. The converter decodes the PCX pixel data and writes it as an uncompressed BMP. Download the result when done. No software installation is required.

Will the image quality change when converting PCX to BMP?

No quality is lost. PCX uses lossless RLE compression, and BMP stores pixels without lossy compression. The converted BMP is a pixel-perfect copy of the original image.

Can I batch-convert a folder of PCX files to BMP?

Online conversion handles one file at a time. For batches, use Total Image Converter on your desktop: TotalImageConverter.exe C:\pcx_files C:\bmp_out /ConvertTo bmp /ProcessRecursively converts an entire folder in one run.

What is the maximum file size?

The online converter accepts files up to 50 MB. Most PCX images are far smaller — even high-resolution 24-bit scans rarely exceed a few megabytes in PCX format.

Does BMP support transparency like PNG does?

32-bit BMP files include an alpha channel for transparency. Standard 24-bit BMP does not. If your PCX has no transparency, a 24-bit BMP is sufficient and widely compatible.

Are my uploaded files kept private?

Uploaded files are deleted automatically after you download the result. They are not stored, indexed, or shared.

Convert PCX to BMP — Open PC Paintbrush Images Everywhere

PCX was the standard image format for DOS-era software and early Windows applications, but modern programs rarely open .pcx files natively. Converting PCX to BMP gives you an uncompressed bitmap that every Windows application can open, display, and print without any extra plugin or codec. Drop your .pcx file above.

What Is PCX?

PCX is the ZSoft PC Paintbrush image format, developed in the early 1980s for the PC Paintbrush paint program. It uses run-length encoding (RLE) for compression and supports color depths from 1-bit monochrome up to 24-bit true color. PCX was widely used in DOS games, desktop publishing, and early scanner software, but native support has largely disappeared from modern operating systems and applications.

What Is BMP?

BMP (Bitmap) is Microsoft's native raster image format for Windows. It stores pixel data with minimal compression, ensuring that every Windows application — from Paint to Word to Photoshop — can open it without a plugin. BMP is the safe, universally compatible choice when you need an image to work on any Windows system without any special software requirements.

PCX vs BMP — Format Comparison

Property	PCX	BMP
Developer	ZSoft Corporation	Microsoft
Compression	RLE (run-length encoding)	None (or optional RLE)
Color depth	Up to 24-bit	Up to 32-bit
Transparency	No	Optional (32-bit alpha)
Modern app support	Rare — legacy apps only	Universal on Windows
Primary era	DOS / early Windows	Windows (all versions)
Typical use	Legacy scans, DOS games	System icons, editing, interop

When Do You Need PCX to BMP Conversion?

Open a scanned PCX document in an application that does not recognize the .pcx extension
Import a legacy DOS game sprite or tile into a modern graphics editor
Convert a PCX clip-art library to a format compatible with Microsoft Office
Migrate an archive of PC Paintbrush images to a long-term accessible format
Feed PCX images into an automated pipeline that accepts only BMP input
Prepare a PCX-based graphic for embedding in a Windows installer or resource file

Command-Line Conversion

Batch-convert an entire folder without opening the interface:

TotalImageConverter.exe C:\pcx_files C:\bmp_out /ConvertTo bmp /ProcessRecursively

Save the command in a .bat file for scheduled or automated runs. Total Image Converter also exposes ActiveX/command-line options for server use.

Online vs Desktop

Feature	Online (this page)	Total Image Converter (desktop)
File size limit	50 MB	Unlimited
Batch conversion	One file at a time	Entire folders at once
Software install	None required	Windows 7–11
Output options	Standard	Full control
Command-line	No	Yes
Privacy	File uploaded to server	Stays on your computer
Price	Free	From $29.90