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Description:
Quick Look plugin for DirectDraw Surface (DDS) texture files

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.33@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: quicklook dds textures game-development macos

Install: brew install --cask qldds

About:
QuickLook DDS is a macOS plugin that enables native preview support for DirectDraw Surface (DDS) files within Finder. It allows developers and artists to quickly inspect texture assets without opening them in dedicated applications. This streamlines workflows for game development and 3D modeling by providing instant visual feedback.

Key Features:

Native macOS Quick Look integration
Support for various DDS texture formats
Fast, lightweight preview generation
No additional application required

Use Cases:

Game developers reviewing texture assets in Finder
3D artists inspecting DDS files without launching heavy software

Alternatives:

QLVideo – Broader media preview support but less focused on game development formats
Preview.app – Native macOS app that lacks built-in DDS support

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