.PSD File Extension

Adobe Photoshop Document

Developer:	Adobe
Popularity:	Popular for its flexibility in editing and versatility
Open with:	Adobe Photoshop, GIMP

What is a PSD File Format?

PSD file stands for Photoshop Document format. It is a leading software application for digital artwork, graphic design and photo editing. It supports various color modes, smart objects and effects allowing users to present their work in a unique way, which makes PSD file format ideal for both digital and print projects.

Key Features:

PSD file supports multiple layers which helps to separate different elements within the single document like images, text, shapes.
It maintains high image quality, making it an essential asset for professional photographs and print work.
It allows users to edit or modify text layers for easy updates, even after saving the file.

PSD file format has become a cornerstone in the creative industry, enabling artists to work with high quality images in a flexible manner.

More Additional Information

The PSD file format is a robust tool for professionals as it makes it easy for them to create complex projects using its extensive feature set. The maximum file size of a standard PSD file is 2 GB but it can also handle large files and enables users to link other files, allowing for easy updates if the original file changes.

Use Cases:

PSD files can be used for marketing such as designing flyers, posters etc.
It allows designers to design advertisements for newspapers and magazines, maintaining precise color management.
It can be used to create logos for brands and also allows artists to develop designs for games or films.

PSD file open in PSD File Viewer

PSD files can be exported into multiple file formats such as JPEG, PNG, GIF, and TIFF to facilitate easy sharing according to the digital media needs.

Forensic Knowledge About PSD File Format

Forensic Analysis of PSD files includes understanding its structure, features and the information it contains. Examining the file’s metadata such as creation date, author’s name and last modification date, can help forensic investigations extract information about the origin of file and editing timestamps. They can also check backup history of PSD files that might contain earlier updates of a project.

MIME Type	`application/x-photoshop`
Magic Bytes	`38 42 50 53 [8BPS]`
Common Applications	Adobe Photoshop, GIMP
Usage	PSD files are used for layered image editing in Adobe Photoshop application.