Convert CRTX to PNG

Understanding the CRTX and PNG file formats

CRTX files are Chart Template files used by Microsoft Office applications, primarily Excel and PowerPoint. They store chart formatting, styles, and layout information, allowing users to apply consistent chart designs across multiple documents. PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a widely used raster image format known for its lossless compression and support for transparency, making it ideal for web graphics and high-quality images.

Why convert CRTX to PNG?

Converting a CRTX file to PNG is useful when you want to share a chart design as a static image, embed it in websites, or use it in presentations without requiring Microsoft Office. PNG images are universally supported and easy to distribute.

How to convert CRTX to PNG

There is no direct converter for CRTX to PNG, as CRTX files are templates, not images. To convert, you must first apply the CRTX template to a chart in Excel or PowerPoint, then export the chart as a PNG image.

Step-by-step conversion using Microsoft Excel

1. Open Microsoft Excel and create or open a chart.
2. Apply the CRTX template: Chart Tools → Design → Change Chart Type → Templates → Select your CRTX file.
3. Right-click the chart and select Save as Picture.
4. In the save dialog, choose PNG as the file format and save the image.

Recommended software for conversion

• Microsoft Excel (Windows, Mac): Best for applying CRTX templates and exporting charts as PNG images.
• Microsoft PowerPoint: Similar steps as Excel for chart template application and image export.

Alternative method: Screenshot

If you do not have access to Microsoft Office, you can ask someone to apply the CRTX template to a chart and send you a screenshot, which you can then crop and save as a PNG using any image editor.

Summary

To convert a CRTX file to PNG, apply the template to a chart in Excel or PowerPoint and export the chart as a PNG image. Microsoft Excel is the recommended tool for this process.