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Details of extension .sixel

On this page, we're going to take a closer look at the .sixel file extension. We'll explain what exactly a .sixel fileformat is and how you can use it. If you're interested in learning more details about this type of file, we'll show you where to find them. And if you ever need to convert .sixel files into different formats, we'll give you some tips on how to do that too. Let's see the 2 file formats associated with this file extension!

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six file - SIXEL Bitmap

SIXEL Bitmap

The SIX file is a SIXEL Bitmap. Sixel is a bitmap graphics format supported by terminals and printers from DEC, most notably the VT320 and VT420.
Category: Graphic files
Application: -
Program name: -
Mime-type: application/octet-stream
Magic bytes (HEX): -
Magic string (ASCII): -
Aliases:
sixel
Related extensions:
.rgfx IFF RGFX Bitmap
.pme Pixela Digital Picture
.mitsu Mitsubishi Printer Bitmap Image
.kcf KISekae Set System Bitmap
Links:
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ln03 file - DEC LN03+ Sixel graphics file

DEC LN03+ Sixel graphics file

The LN03 file is a DEC LN03+ Sixel Graphics Data. The DEC LN03+ is a small, high speed, desktop laser printer.
Category: Graphic files
Application: DEC LN03+
Program name: -
Mime-type: application/octet-stream
Magic bytes (HEX): -
Magic string (ASCII): -
Aliases:
six, sixel
Related extensions:
-
Links:
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The .sixel file extension might not only belong to a single type of file, there could be various kinds that use it. Keep in mind that files with the .sixel extension may contain various content types. If you have helpful information about this extension, write to us!

Having trouble opening a .sixel file?

If you want to open a .sixel file on your computer, you just need to have the appropriate program installed. Incorrect settings for the .sixel association can trigger this error.

Windows can't open this file:

File: example.sixel

To open this file, Windows needs to know what program you want to use to open it. Windows can go online to look it up automatically, or you can manually select from a list of programs that are installed on your computer.

To change file associations:

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click Open With.
  • In the Open With dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click Browse to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the Always use the selected program to open this kind of file check box.

Supported operating systems

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux, Mac OS X, macOS, iOS, Android