Images & Raster Graphics
Digital photo formats, raw camera sensors, vector graphics, icons, and image layer projects.
Popular Images & Raster Graphics Extensions
High Efficiency Image Container
Apple iOS default high-efficiency camera image format using HEVC compression.
Adobe Photoshop Document
Layered raster graphics project file created in Adobe Photoshop with smart objects and masks.
Google WebP Image Format
Modern web image format developed by Google offering superior lossy and lossless compression.
Scalable Vector Graphics
XML-based vector image format supporting infinite scalability without resolution loss.
Tagged Image File Format
High quality raster graphics format widely used in professional printing and photography.
Canon RAW Version 3 Image
Raw unprocessed camera sensor data format created by Canon EOS digital cameras.
JPG File Format
Complete reference for .JPG (JPEG) image files. Discover how to open JPGs on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, convert JPG to PDF/PNG/WEBP, and repair corrupted headers.
PNG File Format
Learn about .PNG image files featuring alpha transparency. Discover compatible PNG viewers, online PNG to JPG/WEBP converters, and file header validation.
JPEG File Format
Full reference guide for .JPEG files. Learn about DCT compression, EXIF metadata tags, browser compatibility, and online converters.
GIF File Format
Guide to .GIF files. Learn about LZW indexed color palettes, animated GIF sequences, loop settings, and converting GIF to MP4 video.
APNG File Format
Guide to .APNG files. Learn how Animated PNG delivers 24-bit color and 8-bit alpha channel transparency superior to traditional 8-bit GIFs.
AVIF File Format
Deep dive into .AVIF, the ultra-compressed image standard based on AV1 video codec. Learn how AVIF outperforms JPEG and WEBP in HDR photo quality.
HEIF File Format
Guide to .HEIF containers storing individual images or image sequences. Learn how HEIF uses HEVC compression for high dynamic range digital photos.
JXL File Format
Explore JPEG XL (.JXL), the next-generation royalty-free image codec designed for lossless JPEG transcoding and wide color gamut photography.
BMP File Format
Complete guide to uncompressed .BMP device-independent bitmaps. Learn how BMP stores raw pixel grids, bitmap headers, and color tables.
ICO File Format
Learn how .ICO files store multiple icon resolutions and color depths for desktop shortcuts and web browser favicons.
CUR File Format
Guide to .CUR files used for static Windows mouse cursors, hotspot coordinates, and pixel transparency masks.
WBMP File Format
Reference for 1-bit monochrome .WBMP graphics created for early mobile phones and WAP wireless protocols.
RAW File Format
Universal reference for .RAW digital camera files. Learn how camera sensors record uncompressed sensor data, dynamic range, and raw photo development.
CR2 File Format
Complete guide to Canon's .CR2 raw photographic format. Discover how to open CR2 photos on PC/Mac, develop RAW images in Lightroom, and convert CR2 to JPG.
CRW File Format
Legacy Canon Camera Image File Format (.CRW) reference for classic EOS digital SLR cameras.
NEF File Format
Complete reference for Nikon .NEF camera raw files. Learn how Nikon DSLR and Z-series mirrorless cameras store 12-bit and 14-bit uncompressed sensor data.
NRW File Format
Guide to Nikon Coolpix compact camera .NRW raw photo files and WIC codec integration.
ARW File Format
Guide to Sony .ARW uncompressed and compressed RAW photos. Learn how Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras store sensor data and develop photos in Lightroom.
SR2 File Format
Legacy Sony .SR2 raw photo format used in Cyber-shot and early Alpha digital cameras.
SRF File Format
Early Sony digital camera raw photo format specification.
DNG File Format
Complete specification for Adobe's open .DNG raw standard. Learn how DNG preserves camera raw metadata across future photo editing software generations.
ORF File Format
Reference for Olympus and OM System .ORF raw photography files. Learn about Micro Four Thirds raw image processing and software support.
RW2 File Format
Complete guide to Panasonic LUMIX .RW2 camera raw photos. Learn how to open and develop LUMIX raw files.
PEF File Format
Reference for Pentax DSLR .PEF raw photo files and DNG in-camera conversion.
PTX File Format
Pentax .PTX raw image format documentation and editor compatibility.
RAF File Format
Guide to Fujifilm .RAF raw files capturing X-Trans and Bayer sensor color science. Discover film simulation profiles in Lightroom and Capture One.
KDC File Format
Kodak .KDC photo file specification for Easyshare digital cameras.
DCR File Format
Kodak Professional SLR camera raw file format (.DCR).
MOS File Format
Leaf digital camera back raw photo format (.MOS) used in medium format studio photography.
MPO File Format
Guide to .MPO files containing multiple JPEG images captured for stereoscopic 3D cameras and Nintendo 3DS.
MRW File Format
Konica Minolta .MRW raw camera photo file format.
ERF File Format
Epson R-D1 digital rangefinder camera raw image file (.ERF).
3FR File Format
Hasselblad medium format camera raw photo file format (.3FR).
MEF File Format
Mamiya medium format digital camera back raw photo format (.MEF).
RWL File Format
Leica digital camera .RWL raw photo specification.
IIQ File Format
Phase One medium format back .IIQ raw format storing up to 150-megapixel uncompressed photos.
X3F File Format
Sigma camera .X3F raw format recording full RGB color layers at every pixel location via Foveon sensors.
SVGZ File Format
GZIP-compressed .SVGZ vector graphic specification and web browser rendering.
AI File Format
Master Adobe Illustrator .AI vector graphics. Learn how AI files store resolution-independent vector paths, layers, and PDF compatibility streams.
EPS File Format
Complete guide to .EPS PostScript vector files. Learn how EPS is used in desktop publishing, professional printing presses, and graphic design.
CDR File Format
Reference for CorelDRAW .CDR vector illustration files. Learn how to open CDR drawings without purchasing CorelDRAW.
WMF File Format
Guide to Microsoft .WMF 16-bit vector and raster metafile graphics used in Office clip art.
EMF File Format
32-bit Microsoft .EMF vector graphic specification used for high-resolution printing.
SKETCH File Format
Bohemian Coding Sketch .SKETCH UI/UX design file format details and view options.
FIG File Format
Reference for Figma .FIG cloud export design files and vector graphics.
PSB File Format
Reference for .PSB files supporting Photoshop documents larger than 2GB or 30,000x30,000 pixels.
XCF File Format
Complete guide to GIMP native .XCF layered image project format.
CPT File Format
Corel PHOTO-PAINT native bitmap graphic document format (.CPT).
PDN File Format
Paint.NET .PDN native image project file format storing compressed layers.
KRA File Format
Krita digital painting app .KRA project document file format.
CLIP File Format
CELSYS Clip Studio Paint .CLIP manga and illustration project format.
SAI File Format
SYSTEMAX Paint Tool SAI digital illustration document format.
PSP File Format
Jasc / Corel PaintShop Pro .PSP / .PSPIMAGE graphic document.
TIF File Format
Alternate 3-letter extension for .TIFF graphics. Learn how TIF files store uncompressed raster scans and multi-page document archives.
TGA File Format
Guide to Truevision .TGA graphics widely used in 3D video game texture pipelines and animation compositing.
EXR File Format
Industrial Light & Magic .EXR open high dynamic range format supporting 16-bit and 32-bit floating point color channels in VFX.
HDR File Format
Radiance .HDR format storing floating point luminance values for 3D environment lighting maps.
DDS File Format
Microsoft .DDS surface file format storing DXT1/DXT5 block compressed GPU textures for Real-Time 3D engines.
VTF File Format
Valve Source Engine .VTF texture file specification for Counter-Strike, Half-Life 2, and Portal.
SGI File Format
Silicon Graphics workstations native .SGI / .RGB raster graphic format.
PBM File Format
Netpbm .PBM 1-bit monochrome image format specification.
PGM File Format
Netpbm .PGM grayscale raster image format specification.
PPM File Format
Netpbm .PPM 24-bit RGB color graphic format specification.
PNM File Format
Netpbm .PNM umbrella format for PBM, PGM, and PPM raster images.
PAM File Format
Netpbm .PAM 2D raster image format supporting arbitrary channels and alpha transparency.
XBM File Format
X Window System .XBM monochrome graphic format formatted as plain C source code arrays.
XPM File Format
X Window System .XPM color raster graphic formatted as C array string constants.
PCX File Format
Complete guide to historic .PCX graphics widely used on MS-DOS PC games and ZSoft Paintbrush.
PICT File Format
Classic Apple Macintosh .PICT / .PCT metafile graphic format created for Mac OS 1 through QuickDraw.
IFF File Format
Electronic Arts / Commodore Amiga .IFF ILBM graphic and sound file format specification.
LBM File Format
Deluxe Paint .LBM bitmap image specification created for Commodore Amiga and MS-DOS.
MAC File Format
Original Apple MacPaint .MAC 1-bit monochrome graphic format created by Susan Kare and Bill Atkinson.
CIFF File Format
CIFF is Canon's Camera Image File Format, a legacy raw-camera image and metadata format associated with early Canon digital cameras and CRW workflows. Learn how to identify and open CIFF-based files safely.
Top Software for Images & Raster Graphics
Adobe Photoshop
The industry-standard raster graphics editor for photo editing, digital art, and graphic design.
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