vulkan-extensionlayer ☆
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Description:
Layer providing Vulkan features when native support is unavailable
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.4.335.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 12, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: vulkan graphics layers compatibility development
Install: brew install vulkan-extensionlayer
About:
The Vulkan Extension Layer provides a suite of Vulkan layers that implement extensions on top of drivers that may not natively support them. This allows developers to use modern Vulkan features even on older hardware or drivers lacking specific extension support. It acts as a compatibility and feature-boosting tool for the Vulkan ecosystem.
Key Features:
  • Implements missing Vulkan extensions in software
  • Enables modern features on older hardware/drivers
  • Provides layers for features like timeline semaphores and descriptor indexing
  • Integrates with the standard Vulkan loader
Use Cases:
  • Enabling advanced Vulkan features on systems with limited driver support
  • Testing applications against newer Vulkan APIs without hardware upgrades
  • Developing portable Vulkan applications that rely on specific extensions
Alternatives:
  • vulkan-tools – Provides utilities and validation layers, but does not implement missing extension functionality
  • MoltenVK – Translates Vulkan to Metal on macOS/iOS, focusing on platform compatibility rather than extension emulation
Version History
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