.108 — Adobe Photoshop Document

Adobe Inc. · 1990

Developer

Adobe Inc.

Key Features

Varies storage behavior for typical image workflows
Common MIME type: image/vnd.adobe.photoshop
Recognizable file signature: 255 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Associated with Adobe Inc.

Best For

Visual media and web publishing
Screenshots or photos
Assets that need broad compatibility

Less Ideal For

Tasks needing executable logic
Large datasets or tabular analysis
Files that must preserve every edit forever

Common Use Cases

Storing photos or screenshots
Publishing graphics on websites
Sharing images in apps and email

How to Open It

On Windows, open the file with Adobe Photoshop or GIMP.
On macOS, open the file with Adobe Photoshop or GIMP.
If the file does not open, confirm that the extension really matches .108 and that the download or transfer completed without corruption.

What is a .108 file?

The .108 file extension is commonly associated with Adobe Photoshop, a powerful raster graphics editor. These files typically contain image data, layers, masks, and other editing information created within Photoshop. They are primarily used for professional graphic design, photo manipulation, and digital art creation.

Programs That Open .108 Files

Platform	Program
Windows	Adobe Photoshop	Paid	Official
	GIMP	Free
	Paint.NET	Free
macOS	Adobe Photoshop	Paid	Official
	GIMP	Free
	Affinity Photo	Paid

Common Problems with .108 Files

⚠️ File won't open in Photoshop.

Ensure you have a compatible version of Adobe Photoshop installed, or try opening it with another compatible image editor.

⚠️ Image appears corrupted.

This might be due to incomplete download or transfer. Try re-downloading or re-saving the file from the source.

⚠️ Cannot edit layers.

The file might have been flattened or saved in a format that doesn't support layers. Ensure it was saved as a layered .108 or .psd file.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a .108 file?▼

A .108 file is an Adobe Photoshop Document, used for storing raster images with support for layers, masks, and other advanced editing features.

Can I open .108 files with other programs?▼

While Adobe Photoshop is the primary program, some other image editing software like GIMP or Paint.NET might be able to open them, though support for all features may vary.

Is .108 a common file format?▼

The .108 extension is less common than the standard .psd extension for Photoshop documents. However, both are proprietary Adobe formats and share similar characteristics.

Technical Details

While there isn't a universally published standard for the .108 format, it's known to be a proprietary format used by Adobe Photoshop. The internal structure can be complex, often including extensive metadata and layered image data.

Did You Know?

The .108 extension was an early proprietary format for Photoshop, predating the more common .PSD extension.

While .PSD is the standard for layered Photoshop documents, older versions or specific workflows might have utilized .108.

Security Information

As a proprietary format for image editing software, .108 files are generally considered safe, especially when obtained from trusted sources. However, like any file, be cautious of opening files from unknown or suspicious origins, as they could potentially be embedded with malicious code.