.8bpi — Corel Painter Image
Corel Corporation · 1997
.8bpi is the native, feature-rich image format used by Corel Painter for digital artwork, preserving layers, brushes, and editability.
Key Features
- Preserves layers, masks, and blend modes for maximum editing flexibility.
- Captures rich color data and artistic brush stroke information.
- Supports a wide array of Corel Painter's specialized tools and effects.
- Maintains high-fidelity image data for professional digital art.
Best For
- Digital painters and illustrators using Corel Painter.
- Work requiring extensive layer management and alpha channel manipulation.
- Preserving the full editability of complex digital artwork.
- Maintaining specific brush stroke characteristics and textures.
Less Ideal For
- Sharing images online or with users not using Corel Painter.
- Web graphics or general-purpose image display.
- Reducing file size for distribution or storage.
- Formats requiring broad cross-platform compatibility out-of-the-box.
Common Use Cases
- Saving works-in-progress in Corel Painter for later editing.
- Archiving finished digital paintings with all editing data intact.
- Collaborating with other Corel Painter users who need full editability.
- Creating detailed digital illustrations and concept art.
How to Open It
- Open directly within Corel Painter.
- Use Corel PaintShop Pro to open and edit.
- Import into other compatible graphics software that supports .8bpi import (limited support).
What is a .8bpi file?
The .8bpi file format is the native image format for Corel Painter, a digital painting and illustration application. It is designed to preserve all the intricate details and creative intentions of digital artists. This format supports a wide range of advanced features, including layers, masks, blend modes, and a comprehensive set of brush strokes and textures. It is ideal for artists who want to retain the full editing potential of their work, allowing for extensive modifications and refinements at any stage of the creative process. Because it's proprietary, it's primarily used within the Corel Painter ecosystem.
Programs That Open .8bpi Files
| Platform | Program | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Corel Painter | Paid | Official |
| Corel PaintShop Pro | Paid | Official | |
| macOS | Corel Painter | Paid | Official |
How to Convert .8bpi Files
| Format | Method |
|---|---|
| .PNG | Corel Painter export, Corel PaintShop Pro export |
| .JPEG | Corel Painter export, Corel PaintShop Pro export |
| .TIFF | Corel Painter export, Corel PaintShop Pro export |
Common Problems with .8bpi Files
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary advantage is that it preserves all layers, masks, and editing capabilities specific to Corel Painter, allowing for maximum flexibility in post-creation adjustments.
Directly opening .8bpi files in Adobe Photoshop is not supported. You would typically export the image from Corel Painter to a format like PSD or TIFF if you need to work with it in Photoshop.
No, .8bpi is not suitable for web images due to its proprietary nature, large file size, and lack of universal support. It's intended for the creative process within Corel Painter.
Technical Details
The .8bpi format is a proprietary binary file format developed by Corel. It functions as a container for raster image data, specifically optimized for Corel Painter's extensive toolset. It stores information about layers, color profiles, alpha channels, and specific brush stroke data, allowing for non-destructive editing and the preservation of artistic intent.