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DDS at a glance
DDS
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PMD at a glance
PMD
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Format comparison
| Feature | DDS | PMD |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Image | Video |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
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| Layer support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Camera raw data | Not supported | Not supported |
| HDR support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Supported |
When to use each format
When to use DDS
- Your source file is already in DDS.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to PMD.
- DDS is commonly used in image workflows.
When to use PMD
- Your target workflow expects PMD.
- Improve delivery compatibility with PMD.
- PMD is commonly used in video workflows.
FAQs
Why convert DDS to PMD?
This conversion is usually chosen when PMD fits downstream video delivery better.
What changes when converting DDS to PMD?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to PMD adds streaming delivery.
What should I review after converting DDS to PMD?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.