JPEG 2000 Image File
General Information
| Title | JPG2 File Extension |
| Extension | .jpg2 |
| Full Form | JPEG 2000 Image File |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | Joint Photographic Experts Group |
| MIME Type | image/jp2 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image |
| Additional Functions | Lossy compression, Lossless compression |
| Features | Supports metadata, Scalable images |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High quality |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Photography | Yes |
| Online Publishing | Yes |
| Medical Imaging | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malware embedding |
| Best Practices | Regular scans, File validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000 |
| Latest Version | JPEG 2000 Part 1 (2000) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jp2, .jpx, .j2k, .jpf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 GIMP |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 IrfanView |
Free | Windows |