PHOTOSHOP Document to UYVY conversion is the process of transforming a layered PSD (Adobe Photoshop Document) — which stores image layers, alpha channels, color profiles, and editing metadata — into a UYVY packed YUV 4:2:2 video/pixel stream format. This conversion flattens raster image data and converts RGB color information into UYVY chroma-subsampled YUV pairs suitable for video processing, hardware playback, or workflows that require YUV 4:2:2 planar packing.
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The PSD file type typically uses the MIME type image/vnd.adobe.photoshop and is widely used for storing layered images in Adobe Photoshop. UYVY files often use the video/x-uyvy MIME type and are common in video capture and streaming applications utilizing YUV 4:2:2 color space. Codecs supporting UYVY include various video compression standards optimized for broadcast and real-time video.
The UYVY (.UYVY) format is commonly used for image. Understanding its characteristics can be helpful when converting to or from other formats like PHOTOSHOP Document.
While specific technical details aren't available here, UYVY files generally serve the purpose of storing image effectively within their domain.
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The PHOTOSHOP Document (PSD) is a layered image file primarily used in graphic design and editing, supporting multiple effects and transparency. In contrast, UYVY is a packed YUV 4:2:2 video format used mainly in video processing and broadcasting workflows, focusing on efficient color encoding. Converting PSD to UYVY shifts from a complex editing format to a streamlined video-compatible format.
Keep individual PSD files under recommended sizes (under 250–1000 MB depending on tool) to avoid long processing times and memory errors; flatten layers when possible to reduce file size.
Preserve color accuracy by embedding or converting to a consistent ICC profile (convert layered RGB to the intended output profile such as Rec.709 or sRGB before UYVY conversion).
For best quality, export at the native PSD resolution and avoid multiple successive conversions; use 8-bit UYVY for typical workflows and higher bit depths only if your toolchain and devices support them.
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Use batch conversion tools or scripts when processing many PSDs; ensure enough RAM and disk throughput because UYVY is often uncompressed and can be large.
Format limitation: UYVY uses 4:2:2 chroma subsampling, so some color detail is lost compared to full RGB — expect reduced chroma resolution and flattened layer effects like advanced blending or smart objects to be rasterized before conversion.