Specialized FormatSince 1990

PSD

Adobe Photoshop Document

Extension
.psd
Developer
Adobe
Compression
Lossless
Year
1990

What is PSD?

PSD is Adobe Photoshop's native file format, designed to preserve all editing information including layers, masks, adjustment layers, blending modes, text, and paths. It is the industry standard working format for graphic designers, photographers, and digital artists. PSD files retain full editability, making them essential for professional design workflows.

Key Features

Lossless Compression
Perfect quality preservation
Transparency
Supports alpha channel
No Animation
Static images only

Common Use Cases

Professional graphic design projects
Photo editing and retouching workflows
UI/UX design mockups
Digital art and illustration
Print design and pre-press
Brand asset master files

Advantages

  • Preserves all layers, masks, and effects
  • Industry-standard design format
  • Full editability for non-destructive workflows
  • Supports transparency and alpha channels
  • Rich metadata and color management
  • Compatible with Adobe Creative Suite

Limitations

  • Very large file sizes
  • Requires Photoshop or compatible software to open
  • Not suitable for web display
  • Maximum file size of 2 GB (PSB for larger files)
  • Proprietary format

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