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Why convert XC to SCT?
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Your file is converted in under 30 seconds in our cloud.
Secure
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour.
Quality preserved
Maximum quality preserved during conversion.
About the XC format
XC — Constant Color Canvas
XC is an ImageMagick canvas generator that creates a solid-color image of any specified color and dimensions. Like PLASMA, it is not a stored file format but a built-in generator used to create blank colored canvases as starting points for image composition operations.
Common uses
- Creating solid-color background images
- Initializing canvas for ImageMagick compositing
- Generating color swatches and test images
- Blank canvas base for layered image operations
About the SCT format
SCT — Scitex Continuous Tone
SCT is the high-quality image format used by Scitex prepress systems, professional drum scanners, and high-end color separation equipment. It stores CMYK images at high bit depth for professional print production, and is encountered in print industry archives.
Common uses
- Professional print prepress CMYK images
- Drum scanner output for high-end printing
- Color separation archives from Scitex systems
- Converting legacy prepress files to TIFF
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Frequently asked questions
Is the conversion free?
Yes, basic conversion is completely free. For large volumes, check out our paid plans.
What is the maximum file size?
Free accounts can convert files up to 25 MB. Pro accounts up to 100 MB.
How long are my files kept?
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour on the free plan, 24 hours on Pro.
What formats are supported?
We support over 200 source and target formats. See our complete formats page.