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TGA File (What It Is and How to Open It)

TGA File (What It Is and How to Open It)

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This article describes what a TGA file is, how to open it, and how to convert it to another format.

A file with the TGA file extension is a Truevision Graphics Adapter Image File. It is also known as a Targa Graphic file, Truevision TGA, or simply TARGA, which stands for Truevision Advanced Raster Graphics Adapter.

Images in the Targa Graphic format can be saved in their raw form or with compression, which may be preferable for icons, line art, and other simple graphics. This format is often associated with image files used in video games.

You can open one with GIMP, Paint.NET, TGA Viewer, and a number of other popular photo and graphics tools. Although it costs money, Adobe Photoshop is another good option if you already have it on your computer.