Despite the fact that BMP-format appeared a long time ago, it still continues to be relevant.The primary reason that this helps - it's easy and simple to work with such information.Most system image operating system in this form and stored.The situation is similar with the software.For example, the same "WINAMP" keeps their skins in this format.The second important factor - it's easy modification.Most graphics editors with no problems working with these pictures, and provide the ability to edit.So, despite his advanced age, BMP-format continues to play an important role in today's personal computers.
Description
Conventionally this type of pictures can be called a point card.This title could not be more accurately reflects its essence.The name comes from the English word "bit" (sounds exactly the same as in Russian, the value of a similar - "bits") and "mape" (literally means the map).If you look at the structure of the image, we see the background and the image stored in the form of bits of information.The first component includes the encoding of the file (for example, how many bits are responsible for the pixel, the more of them, the more colors can be transferred), and other data that can be used to decode the information contained therein.The second part - it is the image itself.As a result, it can be noted that BMP-format consists of two components: data and reference information.
Editors
This image will open almost without exception, viewer and editor.The best known and most popular editor for such images is Paint.He originally there on Windows.In addition, it has a user-friendly menu.But the functionality of his poor.As a result, there was a direct competitor it - Paint.NET.When a similar menu, this product has a higher functionality.But while he has a drawback - the need for separate installation.If this is not enough, you can buy a powerful graphics editor from Adobe called Photoshop.With it, you can do all that is possible.The disadvantage of this solution - is the need to purchase a license and high demands on PC hardware resources.All of these programs allow you to not only edit, but also translate to BMP format picture from any other.There is also a viewer.With their help, you can view the image.The most famous product of this class - it AseeDSee.
Appointment
BMP format plays an important role in the work of the operating system.It inherits all the official pictures.For example, a screensaver that appears in the boot process in this format and stored.The situation is similar with most programs.They keep it in view of its interface.
Summary
BMP images continues to play an important role in today's personal computers.Among the disadvantages mentioned can be low image quality and poor compression ratio.A positive side - it is easy to work.It is due to this extension of the will for a long time relevant.
