If you’re having trouble opening an XBM file or are curious about its contents, let’s explore the properties of these files and provide information on how to open or handle XBM files.
What is an XBM file?
An .XBM file is an X Bitmap file. It is a monochrome (black-and-white) image file format originally developed for the X Window System, a graphical user interface used in Unix and Unix-like operating systems.
X Bitmap files (.XBM) are simple and typically used for small icons, cursors, and other graphical elements. They store images using ASCII text, making them human-readable.
How to open XBM files
To open XBM files, you can use:
IrfanView
ImageMagick
Opera
Ashampoo Photo Commander
Corel PaintShop Pro