.xwdimage/x-xwindowdump

XWD (.xwd)

XWD (X Window Dump) is a screenshot format for the X Window System. Used for capturing window contents on Unix/Linux systems.

Quick Facts

File Extension
.xwd
MIME Type
image/x-xwindowdump
Category
Image
Full Name
XWD

What is XWD?

XWD, short for X Window Dump, is a specialized bitmap image format designed specifically for the X Window System on Unix and Linux operating systems. It serves as a native method for capturing screenshots of windows, allowing users to save the visual state of their graphical interface directly to a file. This format is deeply integrated into the X11 architecture, making it a standard tool for system administrators and developers working in traditional Unix environments.

Unlike modern image formats optimized for web delivery, XWD files store raw pixel data without compression, preserving the exact visual fidelity of the captured window. While this results in larger file sizes, it ensures that no image quality is lost during the capture process. The format includes a header containing metadata about the window, such as resolution and color depth, which aids in programmatic processing and conversion to other image types.

Technical Specifications

DeveloperX Consortium
First Released1987
TypeBitmap Image
CompressionNone
Max ResolutionSystem Dependent
Color Depth1 to 32 bits

Pros & Cons

+Advantages

  • •Native support within X11 environments
  • •Lossless image quality due to no compression
  • •Includes window metadata in file header
  • •Simple structure for easy parsing

−Disadvantages

  • •Large file sizes compared to compressed formats
  • •Limited compatibility outside Unix/Linux systems
  • •Not suitable for web publishing
  • •Lacks modern features like transparency support

Common Use Cases

Debugging graphical interface rendering issues

Archiving legacy system screenshots

Documenting specific window states for reports

Converting old X11 captures to PNG or JPEG

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.xwd.jpg

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