FIG to CUR Converter

FIG to CUR online — embed-ready image format

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FIG to CUR conversion produces tidy, well-formed files. Convertio optimizes the output for practical use.

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About formats

FIG is the native file format of Xfig, a free vector graphics editor for the X Window System, originally written by Supoj Sutanthavibul at the University of Texas at Austin in 1985. The format uses a plain-text structure where each graphic object is described on one or more lines with numeric parameters specifying object type, coordinates, line properties, fill attributes, and depth ordering. FIG supports compound objects (groups), polylines, polygons, splines, arcs, ellipses, text strings, and imported bitmaps, each with configurable colors, line styles, arrow heads, and area fills. Files begin with a header line declaring the format version (currently 3.2), followed by a resolution specification and the object definitions. One advantage is exceptional simplicity — the entirely text-based format is trivially parsed, generated, and manipulated by scripts, making FIG popular as an intermediate format in automated diagram generation pipelines. The rich ecosystem of conversion tools is another strength: fig2dev exports FIG files to dozens of output formats including EPS, PDF, SVG, LaTeX picture environments, PSTricks, and TikZ. This made Xfig and FIG especially popular in academic and scientific communities, where authors generate publication-quality figures that integrate seamlessly with LaTeX documents. While graphical tools have evolved since the 1980s, FIG remains in use among researchers who value its scriptability, LaTeX integration, and well-documented format stability.

Developer: Supoj Sutanthavibul

Initial release: 1985

CUR is the cursor image format for Microsoft Windows), structurally nearly identical to the ICO (icon) format but with the addition of a hotspot coordinate that identifies the precise pixel position where mouse clicks register. Introduced with early Windows versions, CUR files use the same container structure as ICO: a directory header listing one or more image entries, each specifying dimensions and color depth, followed by the pixel data for each variant. Like ICO, a single CUR file can contain multiple images at different sizes and color depths, allowing Windows to select the most appropriate cursor image for the current display resolution and color settings. Image data within CUR files can be stored as BMP pixel arrays (for legacy compatibility) or as embedded PNG images (supported since Windows Vista) for alpha-blended cursors with smooth edges. The hotspot coordinate — the distinguishing feature separating CUR from ICO — is stored as an X,Y pair in the directory entry header, typically pointing to the tip of an arrow or the center of a crosshair. One advantage is multi-resolution packaging: a single CUR file provides appropriate cursor imagery across display densities from standard DPI to high-DPI screens. Native Windows integration is another strength — CUR files are loaded directly by the operating system for mouse cursor) display without any third-party software. CUR files are used by application developers and theme creators to customize the pointing experience across Windows environments.

Developer: Microsoft

Initial release: 1987

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert FIG to CUR?

Xfig diagrams in FIG format are invisible to most software. Converting to CUR turns them into universally displayable images.

Which applications support CUR?

You can open CUR files with Windows for custom cursors, GIMP, and cursor editor tools like RealWorld Cursor Editor.

Do I need to install anything for FIG to CUR?

No — the converter runs entirely in your browser. No downloads, plugins, or extensions are needed for the conversion.

Does Convertio support FIG files from all Xfig versions?

Convertio handles standard FIG format files. Most Xfig versions produce compatible output that converts cleanly.

How many FIG files can I convert at once?

You can upload and convert multiple FIG files in one session. Batch conversion processes all files simultaneously.

Can I convert FIG to CUR on a Mac?

Convertio is browser-based and works on Mac, Windows, Linux, and mobile. No platform restrictions for this conversion.

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Specific converters

PNG to CUR

JPG to CUR

GIF to CUR

SVG to CUR

WEBP to CUR

JPEG to CUR

ICO to CUR

JFIF to CUR

BMP to CUR

PDF to CUR

PSD to CUR

AI to CUR

XCF to CUR

PPTX to CUR

TGA to CUR

AVIF to CUR

EPS to CUR

DOCX to CUR

HEIC to CUR

TXT to CUR

DDS to CUR

DOC to CUR

TIFF to CUR

XLSX to CUR

BIN to CUR

CDR to CUR

ARW to CUR

XLS to CUR

PPT to CUR

CR2 to CUR