Pixelformer is a bitmap editor, specifically optimized for creating, modifying, and converting small and medium-sized images, such as icons, buttons, web graphics, sprites, etc.
Pixelformer is faster, smaller, easier, more precise, and often more efficient than large bitmap editing tools; at the same time it is more powerful and less limited than classic simple icon editors.
So you need to create, edit, crop, resize, or convert icons or other small images? Pixelformer can help. Even if you prefer a sophisticated high-end image editor for creating graphics, Pixelformer would be a useful tool for doing fast edits, final tweaks, conversions, and optimizations.
Publisher’s description
What is Pixelformer?
Pixelformer is a free text editor program for Windows from Qualibyte Software.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 902 KB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 3 file types, including .pxf, .pfcolors and .pfplugin. Similar programs include Notepad++, Atom and Neovim.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
- Small download (902 KB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Pixelformer is a free text editor tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Pixelformer safe to download?
- The file is served by downloads.qualibyte.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
9E8F4EA76CE3A9444028FD417732571B41750390E1815F2FDBCA1427D9EDB9EA· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9.6.3 RC3Latest | January 15, 2009 | 902 KB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Qualibyte.Pixelformer -ePixelformer.Setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Qualibyte Software
- Category
- Text editors
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 0.9.6.3 RC3
- Released
- January 15, 2009
- Added to the catalogue
- January 10, 2025
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- qualibyte.com
- winget ID
- Qualibyte.Pixelformer
File types it opens (3)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pixelformer free?
Yes. Pixelformer is free to use.
Is Pixelformer safe to download?
The download comes from downloads.qualibyte.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Pixelformer with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Pixelformer be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Pixelformer run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to Pixelformer?
Notepad++, Atom, Neovim, FontForge and Geany. The alternatives page compares them.
