- Extension
- .xcf
- .mil
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Raster Image
- Developer
- GIMP
- U.S. Department of Defense
- 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 MIL file type, associated with CALS Raster, represents a standardized image file format developed for the exchange of documents and images, primarily within the United States Department of Defense. It adheres to the CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) initiative aimed at improving the efficiency of technical data management. MIL files, being raster images, are composed of pixels, making them suitable for detailed graphics like scanned documents and technical drawings. This format is designed for interoperability and long-term digital preservation, ensuring that documents can be accessed and remain readable over extended periods.
- MIME Type
- application/x-xcf
- image/x-cals
