XRGB8888

XRGB8888 is a pixel format used in computer graphics. It represents a pixel using 32 bits of data, with each of the primary color components red, green, and blue occupying 8 bits, and an additional 8 bits reserved for the alpha channel, which controls transparency. The order of the color components in memory is typically X, R, G, B, where X is an unused or padding byte. This format is widely used in various graphics APIs and image file formats due to its ability to represent a full spectrum of colors with per-pixel transparency. The 8 bits per color channel allow for 256 distinct shades for each of red, green, and blue, resulting in over 16 million possible colors. The alpha channel's 8 bits provide 256 levels of transparency, ranging from fully opaque to fully transparent. This makes XRGB8888 suitable for applications requiring high visual fidelity and complex blending effects. Its widespread adoption ensures compatibility across different software and hardware.