TIM is legacy and read-only here
TIM is the PlayStation 1 texture image format. It can usually be opened and converted from, but it's long obsolete, so there's no modern encoder to create new TIM files.
Looking for PNG to TIM? Here's why TIM isn't an output option — and the modern formats to use.
We don't create TIM files — it's a legacy format that's effectively read-only. Here's what to convert to instead.
TIM is the PlayStation 1 texture image format. It can usually be opened and converted from, but it's long obsolete, so there's no modern encoder to create new TIM files.
For a file that opens everywhere, convert your PNG to JPG, TIFF or WEBP instead.
PNG is a lossless raster format with full transparency. It keeps every pixel intact, making it ideal for logos, icons, screenshots and graphics with sharp edges.
How to open PNG opens in every browser and image viewer, plus Photoshop, GIMP, Preview and Photos.
Full PNG format guideTIM is the original PlayStation texture format, storing sprites and 3D textures in the console's specific palette and memory layout.
How to open TIM opens in emulation and game-modding tools like TIM viewers; convert to PNG to edit normally.
Full TIM format guide