Convert PYC to PY

Understanding PYC and PY file formats

PYC files are compiled Python files that are generated by the Python interpreter. When a Python script is executed, the interpreter compiles the code into bytecode, which is then saved as a PYC file. This compiled file is used to speed up the execution of the program in subsequent runs.

PY files, on the other hand, are the source code files written in Python. These files contain the human-readable code that developers write and edit. Converting a PYC file back to a PY file involves decompiling the bytecode to retrieve the original source code.

How to convert PYC to PY

Converting a PYC file to a PY file requires a decompiler that can translate the bytecode back into readable Python code. This process is not always perfect, as some information may be lost during the initial compilation.

Best software for PYC to PY conversion

One of the best tools for converting PYC files to PY files is Uncompyle6. It is a Python library and command-line tool that can decompile Python 2.7, 3.3-3.9 bytecode back into source code.

To use Uncompyle6, you can follow these steps:

• Install Uncompyle6 using pip: pip install uncompyle6
• Run the decompiler on your PYC file: uncompyle6 -o output_directory your_file.pyc

This will generate a PY file in the specified output directory.