Truevision Advanced Raster Graphics Adapter
General Information
| Title | TARGA File Extension |
| Extension | .tga |
| Full Form | Truevision Advanced Raster Graphics Adapter |
| File Type | Raster Graphics File |
| Developer | Truevision Inc. |
| MIME Type | image/x-targa, image/x-tga |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store images |
| Additional Functions | Supports layers, alpha channel |
| Features | High-quality, lossless |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Art | Yes |
| Game Development | Yes |
| Texturing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Update software, scan for malware |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1984 |
| Latest Version | TGA version 2.0 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bmp, .png, .jpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 GIMP |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 CorelDRAW |
Paid | Windows, Mac |