extended_color_content - Linux
Overview
extended_color_content is a Linux utility responsible for generating output that conforms to the extended color content scheme defined in the XYZ color space. It operates by transforming specified color inputs into their corresponding XYZ representations.
Syntax
extended_color_content [OPTIONS] [ARGUMENT]
Options/Flags
| Option | Description | Default |
|—|—|—|
| -i, --input | Input file containing color data | – |
| -o, --output | Output file to store XYZ color representations | – |
| -c, --color-space | Color space of input data (default: sRGB) | sRGB |
| -t, --temperature | Color temperature in Kelvin (default: 6504) | 6504 |
| -h, --help | Display usage information | – |
| -v, --version | Show version information | – |
Examples
Convert an image to XYZ color space:
extended_color_content -i input.jpeg -o output.xyz
Transform a set of color values in CSV format:
extended_color_content -i colors.csv -o result.xyz -c AdobeRGB
Common Issues
Color conversion accuracy: Ensure input color data is in the specified color space, and use an appropriate color temperature for accurate conversions.
Integration
Piped input:
cat colors.txt | extended_color_content > xyz_data.txt
Use as part of a script:
#!/bin/bash
for image in *.jpg; do
extended_color_content -i "$image" -o "xyz_$image"
done
Related Commands
- icc_profile: Manipulate ICC color profiles.
- convert: Convert between image formats and color spaces.