PSD is Photoshop’s native format, preserving layers, masks and effects for non-destructive editing.
PSD opens in Photoshop, Affinity Photo, GIMP and Photopea.
Share, post and embed pictures across sites and apps.
Work with the format in editors like Photoshop and GIMP.
Keep memories and assets in a widely-readable form.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Supports transparency | Less common outside its niche |
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PSD is Photoshop’s native format, preserving layers, masks and effects for non-destructive editing.
PSD opens in Photoshop, Affinity Photo, GIMP and Photopea.
PSD is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.
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Yes — PSD supports transparent backgrounds.