SIX File

What are SIX files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a SIX file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your SIX files.

What is a SIX file?

SIX files have multiple uses, and DEC SIXEL Graphic Bitmap is one of them. Read more about the other uses further down the page.

DEC SIXEL Graphic Bitmap

We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

How to open SIX files

Important: Different programs may use files with the SIX file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your SIX file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the app ourselves yet, our users have suggested a single SIX opener which you will find listed below.

Last updated: January 25, 2025

All known file formats using extension .SIX

While DEC SIXEL Graphic Bitmap is a popular type of SIX-file, we know of 2 different uses of the .SIX file extension. Different software may use files with the same extension for different types of data.

GAP Help System Six Format

We know that one SIX format is GAP Help System Six Format. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of SIX files. Remember, different programs may use SIX files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

Help us help others

File.org helps thousands of users every day, and we would love to hear from you if you have additional information about SIX file formats, example files, or compatible programs. Please use the links below or email us at submit@file.org to discuss further.