How to convert TAR to CAB?
You can convert TAR to CAB with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose TAR files from your device or cloud storageAt the top of this page, drag and drop your TARs.
Alternatively, click on the Browse box to select files with your device's file picker, or copy and paste a TAR file by pressing Ctrl+V (or ⌘+V on Mac).
MConverter can easily import TARs from Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox.
Converting a folder with TAR files to CAB is also supported: simply paste, drag and drop it, or use the ADD FOLDER button. - Click or tap on CAB from the list of target formatsYou could also use the search box at the top right to quickly find the format you need, whether it's CAB or something else.
- Get your CAB files after MConverter has finished processing themClick on DOWNLOAD ALL to save your CABs to your default downloads folder, or select SAVE TO to choose another location.
You can also configure automatic file downloads during the conversion process or in the settings menu. When enabled, each CAB file is downloaded as soon as its conversion is complete, without waiting for the others to finish.
If supported by your device, you'll see a Share icon, allowing you to directly send converted files to other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .tar |
|---|---|
| Category | Archive/Compression file formats |
| Developed by | AT&T Bell Laboratories |
| Mime type | application/x-tar |
Format description
Originally used by Unix/Linux, TAR files are archives containing multiple files inside. Also known as tarballs, TARs are similar to ZIP, but they do not have any compression applied. This makes them quicker to create and extract.However, it is possible to compress TAR files using bzip2, gzip, or xz compression. To do this, convert the TAR file to TBZ2, TGZ, or TXZ respectively.
| File extension | .cab |
|---|---|
| Category | Archive/Compression file formats |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| Mime type | application/vnd.ms-cab-compressed |
Format description
CAB is a Windows-specific archive format, similar to ZIP. Windows Cabinet files are often used for updating some system components and distributing device drivers.Common questions about converting TAR to CAB
Can I convert TAR to CAB in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple TARs to CABs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing TARs to convert to CAB.
Pasting TAR files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting TAR files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a TAR file to CAB, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big TARs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert TAR files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert TAR files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting TARs to CAB safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your TAR files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your TARs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert TAR to CAB?
For most archive files, the wait is often less than a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger archive files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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