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List of Java libraries to read and write image files

This is a list of Java libraries that read or write image files. Quality of implementation and range of functionality vary a great deal. The library list is split into two pages, separated by image type:

• pixel (also known as raster or bitmap)image formats (like JPEG, GIF, PNG, TIFF or BMP) and
• vector image formats (like SVG, WMF or CGM).

For tips on Java and imaging operations check out the Java image FAQ. The first tip there is on choosing an appropriate library.

Some source code examples can be found in the section on handling image files with Java.

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• Open Directory entry for Java code to read and write image files
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