ASCII to PETSCII Converter
Introduction:
This is the Convert ASCII to PETSCII tool. It allows users to convert ASCII text into its corresponding PETSCII representation.
Steps to Use:
- Enter your ASCII text into the provided textarea.
- Click the "Convert to PETSCII" button.
- The tool will convert each ASCII character to its PETSCII equivalent and display the result.
Functionality:
- The tool utilizes JavaScript to map ASCII characters to their respective PETSCII equivalents.
- It converts each ASCII character to its corresponding PETSCII character based on the mapping.
- The resulting PETSCII characters are displayed in the output area.
Benefits:
- Convenience: Easily convert ASCII text to PETSCII without manual lookup.
- Accuracy: The tool uses a predefined mapping to ensure accurate conversion.
- Efficiency: Quickly obtain the PETSCII representation of ASCII text with just a few clicks.
FAQ: Q: What is PETSCII? A: PETSCII stands for PET Standard Code of Information Interchange. It is the character set used on Commodore 8-bit computers such as the Commodore 64.
Q: Why would I need to convert ASCII to PETSCII? A: Converting ASCII to PETSCII is necessary when working with Commodore 8-bit computers or emulators that use PETSCII encoding.
Q: Can I use special characters in the ASCII input? A: The tool supports a wide range of ASCII characters, including letters, numbers, and common symbols. However, certain special characters may not have a direct PETSCII equivalent and will be replaced with a placeholder space.
Q: Is there a limit to the length of ASCII text I can convert? A: The tool should handle reasonably long ASCII texts, but extremely large inputs may impact performance.
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