imhex

Open a file in ImHex

$ imhex [path/to/file]

$ imhex --new

$ imhex --open [path/to/file] --select [0x100] [0x200]

$ imhex --file-info [path/to/file]

$ imhex --hash [md5|sha1|sha256|sha512] [path/to/file]

$ imhex --hexdump [path/to/file]

imhex [options] [file]

ImHex is a feature-rich hex editor designed for reverse engineers and programmers. It provides advanced analysis tools including a custom pattern language for parsing binary formats, data inspection, hash calculation, and visualization features.
The editor supports multiple data views, bookmark management, and extensibility through plugins. It can handle large files efficiently and includes built-in parsers for common file formats.

--new

Create a new empty file

Open specified file

Select byte range (hexadecimal offsets)

Display file information

Calculate file hash (md5, sha1, sha224, sha256, sha384, sha512)

Generate hexadecimal dump

Display version information

GUI application, though some features available via command line. Requires significant memory for very large files. Pattern language has a learning curve.

ImHex was created by WerWolv and first released in 2020. It was designed as a modern replacement for older hex editors, incorporating features specifically useful for reverse engineering and binary analysis.

xxd(1), hexdump(1), radare2(1)