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UYVY file format

Extension.uyvy
Categoryimages
DescriptionUYVY is an uncompressed video format used for storing color information in video streams. It is also known as uncompressed YUV 4:2:2 format. Each pixel in the video stream is represented by 16 bits of data. The first 8 bits represent the Y (luminance) component of the pixel and the remaining 8 bits are split between the U (chrominance-blue) and V (chrominance-red) components.
Technical detailsThe UYVY format is used primarily in professional video production and editing applications, as well as in video capture and playback devices. It provides a high-quality, uncompressed representation of video data that is well-suited for post-production work and other applications where image fidelity is critical. One advantage of the UYVY format is its efficient use of storage space. Because it stores only the color information for every other pixel, it requires only half the storage space of full-color RGB formats. This makes it a popular choice for video editing and processing applications where large amounts of data need to be processed quickly and efficiently.