.PXR File Extension

Pixar Image Computer File

The pxr file extension relates to an uncompressed image format. Pixar developed it in 1986 for animation and medical imaging. Files store data in RGB or grayscale with 8 bits per channel. Several prog...

General Information

Title PXR File Extension
Extension .pxr
Full Form Pixar Image Computer File
File Type Raster Image File
Developer Pixar
MIME Type image/x-pixar

File Function

Primary Function Store images
Additional Functions Rendered output
Features High-quality, Proprietary

File Characteristics

Quality High resolution
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Film Production Yes
Graphic Design Yes
Texture Mapping 3D Modeling

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Licensed software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1980s
Latest Version As per software updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .bmp, .tiff, .jpg

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Photoshop Subscription Windows, Mac
GIMP Free Windows, Mac, Linux