TGA to ART — Format Comparison & Online Converter
Fast, instant TGA to ART conversion. No signup required. Just drop your .tga file and get .art in seconds.
Batch Settings
About TGA to ART Conversion
TGA (introduced 1984) and ART are both image formats, but they differ in important ways. TGA (Targa) is a raster format commonly used in game development and video production. ART is a widely used file format.
When you convert TGA to ART, the goal is to convert between formats quickly. Converting TGA to ART maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings. Understanding these technical differences helps you choose the right format for your workflow.
Your TGA file is decoded and re-encoded as ART. The conversion involves 4 steps: (1) your tga file is uploaded and validated, (2) the file is decoded (parsed into its raw data), (3) the data is re-encoded in art format, (4) the converted file is ready for download.
CocoConvert's converter handles the entire pipeline server-side using FFmpeg, Sharp, and qpdf — battle-tested libraries used by streaming platforms and enterprise tools. Files are encrypted in transit and deleted within 24 hours.
This conversion is ideal when you When you need a ART file. For the opposite direction, CocoConvert also supports ART to TGA conversion.
How to Convert TGA to ART
- 1
Upload .tga file
Select your TGA file by dragging it to the upload zone or using the file picker. Batch upload is available for multiple files.
- 2
Choose .art
Set ART as the output format. The converter uses optimal settings based on the TGA→ART conversion profile.
- 3
Convert
The server-side engine decodes your TGA file and re-encodes it as ART. Processing time depends on file size and complexity.
- 4
Download result
Grab your converted .art file. Multiple output files can be downloaded together.
What Happens When You Convert TGA to ART
Your TGA file is decoded and re-encoded as ART.
Your TGA file is uploaded and validated
The file is decoded (parsed into its raw data)
The data is re-encoded in ART format
The converted file is ready for download
Format Comparison
TGA
.tga file
| Extension | .tga |
| MIME Type | image/x-tga |
| Category | Image |
ART
.art file
| Extension | .art |
| MIME Type | image/x-art |
| Category | Image |
Should You Convert TGA to ART?
When to Convert
- ✓When you need a ART file
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TGA and ART?
TGA (Targa) is a raster format commonly used in game development and video production. ART is a widely used file format.
Does TGA to ART conversion affect quality?
Converting TGA to ART maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings.
Which format has better compression, TGA or ART?
TGA uses none compression. ART is widely supported. The better choice depends on whether you prioritize file size or quality.
How long does TGA to ART conversion take?
Most conversions finish in seconds. Larger files or complex image content may take 10–30 seconds. CocoConvert processes files in parallel for batch jobs.
Is TGA or ART better for long-term storage?
TGA is better for archival since it's lossless.
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