[FFmpeg-devel] libavcodec : add psd image file decoder

[Thomas Volkert]

On 09.07.2016 19:37, Martin Vignali wrote:
> You're right, this is a very complex file format, with lot of features. 
indeed..

> But i disagree, with the idea, that this decoder have no interest. The
> "useful question", highly depend of the point of view.
> I write this decoder, because i sometime need to convert PSD image sequence
> to video, or need to get a quick preview of a PSD file, without open
> Photoshop.
>
> This decoder for now, decode file created using "Maximize Compatibity"
> option of Adobe Photoshop software (this option is recommand by Adobe for
> compatibilty with other software).
>
> I plan to add RLE decoding, in a future patch (After effects for example
> use it for PSD sequence).
>
> So i think a decoder, without all the feature of the file format, can be
> useful.

Yes, don't stop your work. It might be only a starting point for PSD 
support - but, apparently, it is a start and it's not the worst one.

Best regards,
Thomas.