Convert HIR to CGM

Fast HIR to CGM conversion for Windows. reaConverter supports 700+ formats with batch processing and built-in editing tools.

Tired of converting HIR files one at a time? reaConverter processes entire folders to CGM automatically. Handles large batches reliably without crashes or timeouts.

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How to Convert Multiple HIR Files to CGM?

1. Download and Install reaConverter

reaConverter is a standalone Windows app — download, install, and start converting HIR files in under two minutes.

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2. Load your HIR files

Add HIR files to reaConverter. One file or a thousand, the process is the same. Everything runs locally on your machine.

You can drag-and-drop files, browse to a folder, or add entire directory trees including subfolders.

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3. Select CGM as output format

Select CGM from the output format list and set your destination folder. You can also adjust quality and compression settings.

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4. Start HIR to CGM conversion

Click the Convert button to start. reaConverter will process all your files with the settings you selected.

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When finished, your new .cgm files will be waiting in the destination folder.

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reaConverter offers the fastest, simplest solution for converting your HIR files into CGM in seconds - all files processed on your PC for maximum privacy and speed.

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Do more with your files

Converting HIR files for use in a workflow? reaConverter offers many ways to process files, so you can customize them according to your requirements.

Our range of editing options includes auto-processing options such as auto-rotate, auto-crop, watermarking and more. Change Color Space, copy Metadata, set DPI, manage ICC Profile, control Bit Depth.

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HIR to CGM Conversion: FAQ

What are HIR files?

HIR is an old image format associated with Commodore 64 computers, providing what was seen at the time as "high resolution". The Commodore 64 was one of the first types of computers widely available for home users and had an unprecedented popularity in the 1980s. At the moment, however, such files are considered rare and obsolete, so for easier handling you should probably convert them to a more accessible format.

What are CGM files?

CGM (Computer Graphics Metafile) is a format that contains vector graphics information (clip art, drawings) associated with graphics design or CAD programs. As opposed to other types of metafiles, such as EMF or WMF, CGM files are not only supported by Windows, but can be used on different platforms too. They are encoded using binary, character-based of clear-text encoding.

Can reaConverter convert HIR to CGM?

Yes! reaConverter instantly converts .hir to .cgm with perfect quality preservation. With its batch processing feature, you can convert multiple files at once in just a few clicks. You can even convert images directly from Windows Explorer using the right-click menu — fast and convenient.

Can I convert HIR to CGM online?

If you only need to convert a few HIR files to CGM format, feel free to try our free online free online HIR to CGM converter — perfect for small batches with no installation needed!

How can I turn HIR files into CGM on my computer?

The best way to change HIRs to CGMs on your PC is to install a quality piece of software, such as reaConverter. This software is extremely efficient in managing a wide range of batch files conversions, including conversion from HIR to CGM.

How can I automate HIR to CGM files conversion?

reaConverter supports all the most useful automation features such as right-click сonversion and Watch Folders for the most efficient automated files conversion in any software of this type.

Is there a way to convert HIR files to CGM using the command prompt?

reaConverter provides full access to all its features via Windows command line, including a high-performance command-line hir to cgm converter for batch processing.

What else can I do with reaConverter?

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