- Extension
- .xcf
- .lwi
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Raster Image
- Developer
- GIMP
- NewTek
- Description
- The XCF file format is the native image format used by GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program), a free and open-source raster graphics editor used for image editing, free-form drawing, converting between different image formats, and more specialized tasks. XCF stands for eXperimental Computing Facility, which was the name of the lab where GIMP was originally developed. XCF files are designed to store all the information that GIMP needs to accurately render an image.
- The LWI file format, standing for Light Work Image, is associated with software applications designed for digital image editing and manipulation. It is primarily used to store raster graphics, which may include digital photos or artwork processed through these specific programs. LWI files are designed to maintain the quality of the image while supporting various layers, adjustments, and effects applied within the editing software. This format is particularly useful for users who require a dedicated file type to save intermediate stages of their work or to preserve the full editability of their projects.
- MIME Type
- application/x-xcf
- image/lwi
