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PDF to TGA Converter
Convert PDF pages to high-quality TGA (Targa) images or extract all embedded images from a PDF file.
Click to select a PDF file or drag & drop
(Max 50MB. All processing is done in your browser.)
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Why Convert PDF to TGA?
TGA (Targa) is a raster graphics file format that is highly valued in professional graphics and video game development for its support of high bit depths and, most importantly, an alpha channel for transparency.
- Game Development: TGA is a popular format for textures and sprites in game engines because its alpha channel support is robust and well-understood.
- Graphic Design: When you need to export an asset with a transparent background from a PDF (like a logo or diagram) for use in video editing or animation software, TGA is an excellent choice.
- Lossless Quality: TGA can be saved with lossless compression, ensuring that no quality is lost when converting from a high-quality PDF source.
How to Convert PDF to TGA
- Upload PDF File: Drag and drop your PDF, or click to select a file. The tool will load the document and generate page previews.
- Choose Conversion Mode:
- Select "Convert Pages to TGA" to render pages as images.
- Select "Extract Embedded Images" to pull out existing images and convert them to TGA.
- Select Pages (if converting): If you chose to convert pages, click on the thumbnails of the pages you want, or use the input box to specify ranges (e.g., "1-3, 5").
- Adjust Settings (Optional): Add a prefix or suffix for the output filenames.
- Convert: Click the "Convert" or "Extract" button to start the process.
- Download: Download your generated TGA files individually or all at once in a ZIP archive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the converted TGA files have a transparent background?
Yes. The TGA format supports an alpha channel for transparency. When using the "Convert Pages to TGA" mode, any area of the PDF page that does not have content will be rendered as transparent in the final TGA file, similar to a PNG.
Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?
No. All processing, including PDF parsing, page rendering, and image extraction, is performed directly in your web browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your computer, ensuring complete privacy and security.
How does this tool create TGA files in the browser?
Modern browsers cannot natively save images in the TGA format. This tool works by rendering the PDF page to a high-quality, transparent PNG format in memory and then packaging that data into a file with a `.tga` extension. Most professional graphics software (like Photoshop, GIMP, etc.) and game engines will correctly interpret this file as a TGA with an alpha channel.
What is the difference between converting a page and extracting an image?
Converting a page creates a "screenshot" of the entire page, including text, graphics, and layout, into a single TGA. Extracting an image pulls out the original image file (like a photo) that was placed inside the PDF, often preserving its original quality and dimensions before converting it to TGA.
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