raster format

What is a .PALM file?

PALM is the bitmap format for Palm OS PDAs, storing low-color images sized for early handheld screens.

Full name
Palm Pixmap
Developed by
Palm
Released
1996
Extension
.palm
MIME type
image/palm
Transparency
Varies

How to open a PALM file

PALM opens in Palm-era software and ImageMagick; convert to PNG/JPG for modern viewing.

What PALM files are used for

Photos & web images

Share, post and embed pictures across sites and apps.

Editing & design

Work with the format in editors like Photoshop and GIMP.

Storage & archiving

Keep memories and assets in a widely-readable form.

Strengths & limitations

✔ Strengths✖ Limitations
Purpose-built for its nicheNo transparency support
Limited support — may need converting

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Frequently asked questions

PALM is the bitmap format for Palm OS PDAs, storing low-color images sized for early handheld screens.

PALM opens in Palm-era software and ImageMagick; convert to PNG/JPG for modern viewing.

PALM is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.

Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your PALM file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.

No — PALM doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.