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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Jul 5, 2026
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Is it possible to convert WMF to PNG?
Yes - WMF converts to PNG.

You can do it right here with our free converter - no sign-up, and your file is deleted right after.

Upload your .wmf to our converter above for an instant free PNG download. The key caveat: WMF is a vector format, so converting to PNG fixes the image at a specific pixel size - if you need a larger version later, re-export from the original .wmf rather than scaling the PNG.

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Also to PNG: QOI · APM · PBM

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Last verified Sep 2026

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Why convert WMF to PNG?

WMF is a 1990s Windows-only vector format that browsers, web services, and most modern apps do not support. .PNG is lossless, works everywhere, and is the ideal raster format for clipart and line art with flat colors and sharp edges. People also convert WMF files to share diagrams in emails or documents where vector formats are not accepted.

How to convert WMF to PNG

IrfanView FREE

Open the .wmf, choose File > Save As, and select PNG; IrfanView uses the Windows GDI engine for accurate rendering.

Inkscape OPEN-SOURCE

Import the .wmf, set your desired dpi in File > Export PNG Image, and export; works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

LibreOffice Draw OPEN-SOURCE

Open the .wmf in LibreOffice Draw, then use File > Export and choose PNG; set the dpi in the export dialog.

Command line - ImageMagick CLI

Run magick -density 150 input.wmf output.png to convert at 150 dpi.

Programs that convert WMF

XnView
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IrfanView
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OpenOffice.org Draw
LibreOffice Draw

About these formats

.WMF Windows Metafile

A WMF file is a Windows Metafile, a legacy Microsoft vector graphics format that stores drawing commands rather than pixels. On Windows the quickest ways to open it are IrfanView, XnView…

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.PNG Portable Network Graphics

A PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless raster image format. Every modern OS, browser, and image app opens PNGs natively - just double-click. The most common questions are not about…

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Quality & what to watch

  • WMF is a vector format - exporting to PNG fixes the image at a specific pixel size; re-export from the original .wmf if you need a larger version.
  • Pick your resolution before exporting: 96 dpi works for screen use, but use 150-300 dpi for print.
  • Rendering may differ between programs because IrfanView and Office use the Windows GDI engine while Inkscape and LibreOffice have their own WMF interpreters; if the result looks wrong, try another app.

Frequently asked questions

Will the PNG have a transparent background?
It depends on the program - Inkscape and LibreOffice Draw preserve transparency if the WMF background is not explicitly filled white, while IrfanView may add a white background by default.
Can I convert WMF to PNG without installing software?
Yes - use our free converter above, or on Windows you can insert the .wmf into Word or PowerPoint and right-click > Save as Picture > PNG.
Should I convert to SVG instead of PNG?
If you need to edit or freely scale the image, convert to SVG using Inkscape; PNG is the better choice for web use or apps that do not support vector formats.
Why does the output look different in different programs?
WMF uses 16-bit GDI drawing commands that each app interprets slightly differently; IrfanView and Microsoft Office use the Windows GDI engine and are typically the most accurate on Windows.