eimage

eimage is a generic term used to describe digital images produced, stored, or transmitted in electronic form. The term is not tied to a specific file format or standard, and its precise meaning varies by context.

In software development and digital media workflows, eimage most often denotes image data that is stored in common raster formats (such as JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF) or in proprietary formats. An eimage object may include pixel data, along with metadata such as width, height, color depth, color space, compression method, and orientation.

In programming, eimage may appear as a filename extension, variable name, or identifier within code to denote an image resource, rather than implying a particular encoding. Because eimage is not a formal standard, documentation should specify the actual format and metadata used.

There is no single governing body for eimage; imaging workflows rely on established standards for image formats (JPEG, PNG), metadata (EXIF, XMP, IPTC), and color management. The term remains informal and descriptive rather than normative. As a result, the exact definition of eimage is determined by the specific project or software context in which it is used.

See also: digital image, image file format, metadata standards, color management.