WMZ to TGA Converter

Turn WMZ data into TGA images — browser-based

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Batch Processing

Upload several WMZ files simultaneously — Convertio processes each one and delivers separate TGA results.

Format Flexibility

WMZ converts to over a hundred output formats on Convertio — TGA is just one of many available options.

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How to convert WMZ to TGA

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose tga or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your tga file right afterwards

About formats

WMZ is a compressed variant of the Windows Metafile (WMF) format, introduced by Microsoft with Office 2000 in 1999. A WMZ file is simply a WMF file compressed using the gzip algorithm (RFC 1952), reducing the file size for more efficient storage and embedding within Office documents, web pages, and other containers. The underlying WMF format stores vector graphics as a sequence of GDI (Graphics Device Interface) function calls — commands that draw lines, curves, polygons, text, and bitmaps — recorded in a device-independent format that can be replayed at any resolution. WMZ preserves this vector nature: when decompressed, the file produces a standard WMF that renders through the Windows GDI subsystem using the same drawing primitives as on-screen display, ensuring visual fidelity across different output devices and resolutions. WMZ files are commonly found embedded in Microsoft Office documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), HTML email messages generated by Outlook, and web content produced by Office's Save as Web Page feature. The format is also used for clip art and template graphics distributed with Office installations. One advantage is space efficiency: gzip compression typically reduces WMF file sizes by 60-80%, meaningful when many small graphics are embedded in a single document or web page. The format's deep integration with the Microsoft Office ecosystem is another practical strength — WMZ graphics render natively in all Office applications without additional software, and can be extracted, decompressed, and converted using tools like LibreOffice, ImageMagick, Inkscape, and standard gzip utilities.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: 1999
TGA (Truevision Graphics Adapter, also known as TARGA) is a raster image format created by Truevision in 1984 for their line of display adapter cards designed for IBM PC compatibles. The format stores pixel data in a straightforward structure: an 18-byte header specifying dimensions, color depth, and image descriptor flags, optional color map data, and the pixel array in either uncompressed or RLE-compressed form. TGA supports indexed color (8-bit with palette), true color (15-bit, 16-bit, 24-bit), and true color with alpha channel (32-bit), and was one of the first PC image formats to include per-pixel alpha transparency. The format became a staple of the professional graphics industry, widely adopted by video editing suites, 3D rendering software, and game development pipelines throughout the 1990s and 2000s. One advantage is native alpha channel support — TGA was one of the earliest formats offering full 8-bit alpha transparency per pixel, making it the standard output format for 3D renderers and compositing software where layered transparency is essential. The simple, well-documented structure is another strength: TGA files are quick to parse and write, with no complex metadata or container overhead, valued in real-time applications and game engines where loading speed matters. While PNG has largely replaced TGA for general use, the format persists in game development, texture pipelines, and 3D rendering workflows where its simplicity and alpha support remain advantageous.
Developer: Truevision
Initial release: 1984

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert WMZ to TGA?

WMZ data from Microsoft Office documents and Windows clipboard becomes universally viewable once converted to TGA format.

How do I open TGA files?

You can open TGA with Photoshop, GIMP, IrfanView, game asset tools. No specialized software is needed on most modern systems.

Does the conversion happen on my device?

No — conversion runs on Convertio servers. Your device handles only the upload and download, not the processing.

Do I need to install anything?

Convertio is fully browser-based. No desktop software, plugins, or extensions are necessary for WMZ to TGA conversion.

What quality can I expect from TGA output?

Quality depends on the source data, but TGA format provides uncompressed or RLE with alpha channel for excellent results.

Can I convert multiple WMZ files at once?

Multiple WMZ files can be queued for conversion at the same time — each produces a separate TGA file.