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PICT FORMAT

PICT Converters

Convert classic Macintosh PICT files to modern image formats for universal compatibility.

About PICT

PICT is a legacy Apple graphics format from classic Macintosh and QuickDraw-era software. It appears frequently in old publishing, design, and document archives.

    Learn more: PICT on Wikipedia

    Modern tools and browsers rarely support PICT directly. Converting to JPG or PNG preserves the visible image and makes files easy to open, share, and store in current workflows.

    Quick Facts

    Extension
    .pict
    Developed By
    Apple
    First Release
    1984 (Classic Mac OS)
    Type
    Legacy graphics format
    Transparency
    Limited
    Max Size
    Varies by implementation
    Color Modes
    Indexed and RGB variants
    Use Case
    Legacy Mac graphics exchange

    Convert from PICT (7 tools)

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    PICT to AVIF

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to AVIF for universal compatibility

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    PICT to BMP

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to BMP for universal compatibility

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    PICT to JPG

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to JPG for universal compatibility

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    PICT to PDF

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to PDF for universal compatibility

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    PICT to PNG

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to PNG for universal compatibility

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    PICT to TIFF

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to TIFF for universal compatibility

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    PICT to WebP

    Convert legacy Apple PICT images to WebP for universal compatibility

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a PICT file?

    PICT is a legacy Apple graphics format used in classic Macintosh software and QuickDraw-era workflows.

    Key characteristics:

    • Legacy compatibility - common in older Mac archives
    • Mixed content - can represent raster and vector drawing primitives
    • Limited modern support - most current apps cannot open PICT directly

    Primary use today: migration of historical assets into modern formats.

    Why convert PICT to PNG or JPG?

    PICT is a legacy format. You usually convert when:

    • Web publishing - Browsers do not render PICT natively
    • Cross-platform sharing - Windows/Linux tools rarely support PICT
    • Social media - Platforms require JPG/PNG uploads
    • Long-term storage - modern formats are easier to index and preview

    Converting to JPG gives broad compatibility with minimal workflow friction.

    Do I lose quality when converting from PICT?

    For JPG: Some quality loss is expected because JPG is lossy. We use high-quality defaults for a strong quality/size balance.

    Note: Keep your original PICT if you need a preservation master.

    Is PICT still used today?

    Mostly in archival content and legacy software exports. Converting to JPG/PNG is typically the fastest route for modern compatibility.

    Answers at a Glance

    Quick answers to common questions.