Convert PKG to DEB
| File Extension | PKG |
| Full Name | Apple MAC OS X Installer Format |
The .pkg file extension refers to Mac OS x installer package file. This is a special type of archive file that can contain data and instructions for installing an application software on an Apple computer that runs Mac OS.The .
| File Extension | DEB |
| Full Name | Debian Linux Package Format |
DEB is a package file used by Debian operating system for software installation. The archive is divided into two parts – the first part contains metadata used by the installer, and the second part holds the actual data required to install the software.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "PKG") to another (referred to as "DEB"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, PKG file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format PKG to format DEB becomes essential.
So, how can we perform PKG to DEB file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format PKG and transforming it into format DEB. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of PKG to DEB converters.
Conversion from PKG to DEB
PKG to DEB
How to convert the PKG file to DEB?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of PKG to DEB. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the PKG file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file PKG, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the PKG file to the application
- Select the output format of the DEB file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file DEB on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted DEB file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the PKG format:
Other conversions
to the DEB format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.