Free online PS to HPGL converter
Convert PostScript graphics into HPGL plotter commands with an online or offline workflow.
Convert PS to HPGL online - free
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Plotters, cutting equipment, and other devices that accept HPGL may not be able to use a PostScript (PS) drawing directly. Converting the file produces plotter commands that compatible equipment or software can read.
What the PS format is
PostScript is a page-description language for vector graphics, text, and print layouts. Desktop publishing and illustration programs, as well as printer drivers, create PS files; they are commonly encountered in print workflows and older graphics archives.
What the HPGL format is
HPGL (Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language) is a vector command language developed for pen plotters. It describes movements, pen selection, and drawing operations, making it useful for plotters and equipment whose software imports HPGL or PLT files. Its plotter-oriented commands can be easier to use on those devices than a print-oriented page description.
How to convert PS to HPGL
Online on 101convert.com
- Upload the PS file on the 101convert.com converter page. Multiple files can be submitted as a batch; the per-file size limit is shown on the page.
- Run the conversion and download the resulting HPGL file or files. The conversion runs on the service's server with Inkscape.
Offline with desktop software
pstoedit is a free, open-source option for Windows and Linux; package availability varies on other systems. Install pstoedit and Ghostscript, which pstoedit uses to interpret PostScript, then run:
pstoedit -f plot-hpgl input.ps output.plt
Replace input.ps with the source filename and output.plt with the desired output path. If the installed pstoedit build does not recognize plot-hpgl, check its available output drivers.
Quality and compatibility
HPGL is designed for plotted vector paths, not full-page print appearance. Gradients, raster images, transparency, and complex fills may be omitted or converted to outlines or plotter strokes. Text may become paths, and page dimensions, scale, and pen assignments can differ from the PS file; check the output in the target plotter software before sending it to equipment.
Note: This ps to hpgl conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
PS vs HPGL: format comparison
How the PS and HPGL formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.
| Property | .PS PostScript | .HPGL Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language |
|---|---|---|
| Open standard | Partly open | Partly open |
| Compression | Both | Uncompressed |
| Typical file size | Large | Small |
| Opens in a web browser | No | No |
| Further editing | Limited | Limited |
| Metadata support | Basic | None |
| Plain-text readable | Yes | Yes |
| Best used for | Printing | Embedding in applications |
| Introduced | 1982 | 1977 |
| Developer | Adobe Systems | Hewlett-Packard |
| MIME type | application/postscript | — |
Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org
Frequently asked questions
Is the PS to HPGL converter free?
Yes, converting PS to HPGL on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my PS file be?
You can upload PS files up to 10 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 50 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert PS to HPGL?
No. The PS to HPGL conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid PS file for this PS to HPGL conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.