TIF File Format

TIFF Image - TIF - Tagged Image File Format

Basic Information

File Extension
.tif
Full Name
TIFF Image
Format Category
Professional Images
MIME Type
image/tiff

Technical Specifications

Compression Method
Lossless or lossy compression (LZW, JPEG, PackBits)
Color Support
1-bit to 32-bit, CMYK support
Transparency Support
Supported

Format Introduction

TIF is another file extension for TIFF format with exactly the same functionality and characteristics. It is a high-quality image format widely used in professional photography, printing, and archival storage.

Main Features

  • High-quality images
  • Multi-page support
  • Rich metadata
  • Multiple compression options
  • Professional printing standard

Use Cases

  • Professional photography
  • Printing and publishing
  • Document scanning
  • Archival storage
  • Medical imaging

Browser Support

Chrome
Partial Support
Firefox
Partial Support
Safari
Supported
Edge
Partial Support

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