imlib2 ☆
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Description:
Image loading and rendering library
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: graphics library image-processing multimedia c
Install: brew install imlib2
About:
Imlib2 is a replacement for the older Imlib library, offering a more efficient and robust API for image file loading and rendering. It supports a wide variety of image formats and provides powerful functions for image manipulation, such as scaling, blending, and color adjustments. Its primary value is delivering fast, high-quality image processing capabilities for graphical applications.
Key Features:
  • High-performance image rendering and manipulation
  • Support for multiple file formats including PNG, JPEG, and TIFF
  • Advanced features like anti-aliased text and gradient filling
  • Efficient caching and memory management
Use Cases:
  • Embedding image loading and display in GUI applications
  • Server-side image processing and format conversion
  • Creating dynamic graphics for desktop environments
Alternatives:
  • ImageMagick – More feature-rich but generally heavier and slower than Imlib2
  • libgd – Focuses on dynamic chart and graph generation, whereas Imlib2 is a general-purpose image library
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 3:57am 0 VERSION_BUMP 5427b8c8
Aug 2, 2024 12:58pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 5723d1c7
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