libnsbmp ☆

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Description:
Decoding library for BMP and ICO image file formats

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: graphics image-processing c-library bmp ico

Install: brew install libnsbmp

About:
Libnsbmp is a lightweight decoding library designed specifically for handling BMP and ICO image file formats. It provides a robust and efficient solution for developers needing to integrate bitmap support into applications without heavy dependencies. The library's primary value is its simplicity and focused functionality for embedded systems or lightweight applications.

Key Features:

Decodes BMP and ICO formats
No external dependencies
Written in C for portability
Simple API for easy integration

Use Cases:

Adding bitmap support to embedded systems
Implementing image decoding in lightweight C applications
Parsing icons for GUI toolkits

Alternatives:

libgd – Libgd is a more comprehensive graphics library that supports many formats but is significantly larger and more complex.
stb_image.h – Stb_image is a popular single-header library that supports more formats (JPEG, PNG, etc.), offering broader utility at the cost of specific format optimization.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 13, 2024 4:01pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	e0cca965