What is the difference between .rle and .pfm?
- Extension
- .rle
- .pfm
- Format
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Font
- Developer
- Microsoft
- Adobe Systems
- Description
- The RLE (Run Length Encoded Bitmap) file type is a bitmap image format that employs run-length encoding, a simple compression technique to minimize file size without losing image quality. This method works by compressing sequences of identical pixels (runs) into a single value and count, rather than storing each pixel individually. RLE is particularly effective for images with large areas of uniform color, such as icons, line drawings, and simple graphics. It can significantly reduce file sizes, making it beneficial for storage.
- A Printer Font Metrics (PFM) file is a type of file associated with Adobe Type 1 fonts used in Microsoft Windows. It contains metric information about a font, such as character widths, heights, and kerning pairs, which are essential for correctly displaying and printing text. The PFM file works in conjunction with a PFB (Printer Font Binary) file, which contains the actual font outline data.
- MIME Type
- image/x-rle
- application/x-font-type1
- Sample
- sample.pfm
- Wikipedia
- .rle on Wikipedia
- .pfm on Wikipedia