Convert CPC to BKMK

Understanding CPC and BKMK file formats

CPC files are compressed image files using the CPC (Cartesian Perceptual Compression) format, primarily used for high-compression of black-and-white images, such as scanned documents. This format is known for its efficient compression algorithms, making it suitable for archiving and document management systems.

BKMK files, on the other hand, are bookmark files used by various applications to store references or navigation points within documents or collections. The structure and use of BKMK files can vary depending on the software, but they generally serve as a way to quickly access specific sections or items.

How to convert CPC to BKMK

Direct conversion from CPC image files to BKMK bookmark files is not a standard operation, as these formats serve fundamentally different purposes. However, if your goal is to create bookmarks (BKMK) referencing specific CPC files or pages within a document management system, you will need to use software that supports both formats or allows you to create bookmarks for image files.

Recommended software for conversion

For handling CPC files, CPC View (by Cartesian Products, Inc.) is the primary viewer and converter. To create BKMK files or bookmarks, you may need to use a document management system or a PDF editor that supports bookmark creation. If your workflow involves converting CPC images to PDF and then adding bookmarks, consider the following steps:

• Open the CPC file in CPC View.
• Export the image to PDF using File → Export → PDF.
• Open the exported PDF in Adobe Acrobat or PDF-XChange Editor.
• Add bookmarks using View → Show/Hide → Navigation Panes → Bookmarks and save the file.

If you specifically need a BKMK file for a particular application, consult the documentation for that software to see how bookmarks are created or imported.

Summary

While there is no direct converter from CPC to BKMK due to their different purposes, you can use CPC View to export CPC images to a more common format like PDF, and then use a PDF editor to create bookmarks, which may be saved as BKMK files depending on the software.