Khoros Visualization Image File Format (.xv)

The XV file extension is linked to the Khoros Visualization Image format, a bitmap image format primarily utilized within the Khoros software environment. Developed by AccuSoft Corporation, Khoros is a comprehensive development environment for creating image processing and visualization tools. The XV file format, also known as VIFF (Visualization Image File Format), was specifically designed to store raster images used in scientific and engineering applications. These images can include complex visual data representations, making the format particularly useful for researchers and professionals who need to analyze and visualize large datasets.

The Khoros Visualization Image format supports various image types and data, including grayscale, color, and multi-spectral images. This flexibility allows users to work with different kinds of visual data within a single framework. Despite its powerful capabilities, the XV file format is now considered somewhat obsolete, as newer and more versatile image formats have emerged. However, it remains an important part of the history of image processing and visualization, reflecting the evolution of digital imaging technologies. The format is supported by VisiQuest, a software tool from AccuSoft Corporation, which allows users to view and manipulate XV files on various operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Linux.