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