HDR to XPS conversion is the process of transforming an image stored in a High Dynamic Range (HDR) format into an XML Paper Specification (XPS) document that preserves visual content for printing or fixed-layout viewing. This conversion typically maps HDR pixel data and tone information into an XPS-compatible raster or embedded image while wrapping it in XPS's fixed-page XML structure.
Related guides
Practical guides to help you choose formats, preserve quality, and avoid common conversion problems.
Markdown is simple to write, but converting it into polished Word and PDF files requires attention to tables, images, code blocks, templates, styles, and export tools. This guide explains how markdown to word and markdown to pdf workflows differ, compares popular conversion methods, and gives practical steps for clean, reliable markdown document conversion.
Read guide →Learn how to compress PDF files while keeping text sharp, images clear, and layouts intact. This guide explains why PDFs become large, which settings matter most, how online and desktop tools compare, and when to use Acrobat, Preview, Ghostscript, or export settings to reduce PDF size safely for sharing, uploading, archiving, and publishing.
Read guide →Scanned PDFs look like documents but behave like images, which means you cannot search, copy, or edit their text. Optical Character Recognition (OCR) solves this by analyzing pixel patterns and turning them into real, machine-readable characters. This guide explains how OCR works, compares the best tools, and walks through practical methods for converting scanned PDFs into accurate, editable text.
Read guide →Drag your .HDR file from your computer or use the browse function.
Confirm .xps as the selected destination format.
Click "Convert" and download your converted .XPS file once ready.
HDR files typically use the image/vnd.radiance MIME type and are employed in advanced imaging and graphics workflows. XPS files use the application/vnd.ms-xpsdocument MIME type and are often utilized for electronic document distribution and printing. Conversion involves transforming HDR’s raw image data into the fixed-layout structure of XPS files.
The XPS (.XPS) format is commonly used for document. Understanding its characteristics can be helpful when converting to or from other formats like HDR.
While specific technical details aren't available here, XPS files generally serve the purpose of storing document effectively within their domain.
Easily convert your HDR files to XPS format online using our efficient and secure HDR to XPS converter. Designed for seamless image file transformations, this tool ensures high-quality conversions without any software downloads. Perfect for users looking to switch from HDR to the widely supported XPS file type.
HDR files specialize in high dynamic range imaging, capturing detailed luminance information. In contrast, XPS is a fixed-layout document format designed for consistent viewing and printing. While HDR focuses on image quality and dynamic range, XPS prioritizes layout fidelity and accessibility.
Keep source HDR files under 250–500MB for smooth browser-based conversion; very large EXR stacks may require desktop tools to avoid timeouts.
Preserve quality by converting HDR to a wide-gamut color space (e.g., Adobe RGB or ProPhoto) and using high DPI (300–600) when creating XPS for print to minimize banding after tone mapping.
For batch conversions, use command-line tools or dedicated desktop apps that support scripting (ImageMagick, OpenEXR to XPS pipelines) to avoid repeated manual settings.
Understand format limits: XPS is a fixed-layout document that typically embeds rasterized images; HDR metadata and full floating-point precision may be lost when tone-mapped to 8/16-bit images inside XPS.
Love how easy it is to convert HDR to XPS in just a few clicks.
Sarah T.
Designer
The quality retention after conversion is impressive and reliable every time.
Mark L.
Photographer
This online HDR converter saved me hours by avoiding complex installs.
Jenna R.
Content Creator
Start your free HDR to XPS conversion now.
Drag your file here to to upload.
Up to 250MB
If preserving dynamic range is critical, export a flattened multi-page or sidecar file (e.g., keep original EXR) because XPS is not designed to store full floating-point HDR imagery natively.