RAS is a raster image format used on Sun UNIX platforms developed by Sun Microsystems for workstations and server computers. The RAS extension is fairly popular among UNIX users for its simple features and easy accessibility options. RAS files are compatible with several programs designed for image processing and viewing.
The XBM (X BitMap) format represents a monochrome image file usually used for storing cursor and icon bitmaps in the X graphical user interface. XBMs store data as C language data array, so they can be included directly into an application. They are, however, fairly large in size. In the late 1980s the XBM format was superseded by the XPM format for the X Windows System.
So, how to change RAS into XBM?
The quick and simple way to handle your files is to get a quality piece of software, such as reaConverter. Although it is fast, this software is extremely efficient in managing a wide range of conversions. As you will soon realize, reaConverter will help you avoid spending countless hours trying to figure out how to convert RASs. But at the same time, it will allow you to apply a wide range of editing options.
Download and Install reaConverter
reaConverter is quick to download, install and launch, and you don't need to be an IT specialist in order to understand in a few minutes how it operates.
Load RAS Files
Start reaConverter and load all the .ras files you intend to convert into .xbm because, as opposed to most free online converters, reaConverter supports batch conversion. So you can save the time and energy you would lose with doing repetitive operations.
Select RASs from a folder or by drag-and-dropping them directly into the reaConverter window.
Choose Output Folder
Go to the Saving options tab and decide where you want to save new .xbm files. You can also spend a few more moments to apply additional editing to the images prepared for conversion.
Select XBM as Output Format
Then pick the XBM as output format. To help you do this, a series of buttons is conveniently placed at the bottom of the reaConverter window, so you can simply press on the one you need or click Plus button to add new options.
Then simply press the Start button and your conversion will begin in no time!
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Command-line interface
Advanced users can convert RAS to XBM via command-line interface in manual or automated mode. You are welcome to contact our technical support when you have any questions about reaConverter.
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