Convert PSD to PNG in C#

PSD (Photoshop Document) is the native image file format for Adobe Photoshop, widely used for creating logos, brochures, and various other graphics. While designers can easily export Photoshop layers as PNG images directly in Adobe Photoshop, you can also convert or export PSD files to PNG images programmatically without needing Photoshop. In this article, we will explore how to convert a PSD to a PNG image in C#.

Topics Covered

  1. C# PSD to PNG Converter API
  2. Steps to Convert PSD to PNG
  3. Convert PSD to PNG using C#

C# PSD to PNG Converter API

To convert PSD files to PNG images, we will utilize the Aspose.PSD for .NET API. This powerful .NET Plugin allows for easy manipulation of Adobe Photoshop file formats. It enables .NET applications to load and read both PSD and PSB files. With this API, you can update layer properties, add watermarks, rotate, scale, render, and convert PSD files, along with various other supported file formats, all without the need for Adobe Photoshop.

The Image class serves as the base class for all types of images. The PsdImage class allows you to load, edit, and save PSD files. It includes the Save(string, ImageOptionsBase) method to save the PSD in a specified file format and location. Additionally, the API provides the PsdLoadOptions class to specify load options and the PngOptions class for PNG file format creation options.

You can either download the DLL of the API or install it using NuGet:

PM> Install-Package Aspose.PSD

How to Convert PSD to PNG

Converting a PSD file to a PNG image format is straightforward. Follow these steps:

  • Define PSD load options.
  • Load the PSD file.
  • Specify PNG save options.
  • Save the PSD as a PNG.

In the next section, we will translate these steps into C# code to export a PSD file to PNG format.

Convert PSD to PNG using C#

To convert PSD files to PNG images using C#, follow these steps:

  1. Create an instance of the PsdLoadOptions class.
  2. Specify load options, such as ReadOnlyMode.
  3. Load the PSD file as PsdImage using the Image class.
  4. Initialize the PngOptions class object.
  5. Specify PNG options, including ColorType, Progressive, and CompressionLevel.
  6. Save the output file using the Save() method.

Here’s a code sample demonstrating how to convert a PSD to a PNG in C#:

Source PSD

Source PSD

Convert PSD to PNG using C#

Converted PNG

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Conclusion

In this article, we have learned how to:

  • Load an existing PSD file.
  • Specify PSD load and PNG options.
  • Save a PSD as a PNG using C#.

Beyond converting PSD to PNG in C#, you can discover more about Aspose.PSD for .NET by visiting the documentation and exploring various features supported by the API. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out on our free support forum.

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