Convert BMP to PCX

BMP to PCX converterFREE

Drop a .BMP file here

or pick one - we convert it to .PCX and give you the file to download

How to convert BMP to PCX

PCX has no alpha channel support - any transparency in a 32-bit BMP is dropped during conversion.
Conversion is lossless: PCX uses RLE compression, so pixel values are preserved exactly from the source.
PCX is a legacy format not supported by modern browsers or OS image viewers - only convert if a specific old application requires it.

Will converting BMP to PCX reduce image quality?

No. PCX uses lossless RLE compression, so pixel values are preserved exactly from the original BMP.

What happens to transparency in my BMP?

It is dropped. PCX does not support alpha channels, so 32-bit BMP files lose their transparency during conversion.

Can IrfanView batch-convert multiple BMP files to PCX?

Yes - use File > Batch Conversion/Rename, add your BMP files, set the output format to PCX, and click Start.

Why do most online converters not offer PCX as an output option?

Browser image APIs can only export PNG, JPEG, and WebP, making server-side tools or desktop software the reliable options for PCX output.

Learn about the formats: .BMP · .PCX