- Extension
- .ico
- .face
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Raster Image
- Developer
- Microsoft
- Bellcore
- Description
- An ICO file is an image format used to store icons for Windows programs, files, and folders. It contains two bitmaps: 1) the AND bitmap - the image mask (which determines what part of the icon is transparent) and 2) the XOR bitmap - contains the icon which is mapped onto the image mask. ICO files can be modified to create custom icons.
- The face file type is associated with the Usenix FaceServer, a software tool designed for the management and distribution of digital images of faces. Originally developed for use in UNIX systems, it serves as a database for storing and retrieving facial images, often used in academic and research settings. The face file typically contains the digital image data of a person's face, along with metadata such as identification and attributes. This format is specifically tailored for applications requiring facial recognition and categorization, playing a crucial role in studies related to computer vision and human-computer interaction.
- MIME Type
- image/x-icon
- image/x-face
