raster format

What is a .DJVU file?

DjVu is a format built for scanned documents, compressing pages with text, drawings and photos far smaller than PDF while staying sharp.

Full name
DjVu Scanned Document
Developed by
AT&T
Released
1998
Extension
.djvu
MIME type
image/djvu
Transparency
Varies

How to open a DJVU file

DjVu opens in DjVuLibre, WinDjView and some browsers; convert to PDF for universal sharing.

What DJVU files are used for

Photos & web images

Share, post and embed pictures across sites and apps.

Editing & design

Work with the format in editors like Photoshop and GIMP.

Storage & archiving

Keep memories and assets in a widely-readable form.

Strengths & limitations

✔ Strengths✖ Limitations
Excellent compatibilityNo transparency support
Limited support — may need converting

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Frequently asked questions

DjVu is a format built for scanned documents, compressing pages with text, drawings and photos far smaller than PDF while staying sharp.

DjVu opens in DjVuLibre, WinDjView and some browsers; convert to PDF for universal sharing.

DJVU is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.

Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your DJVU file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.

No — DJVU doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.