Image Viewer is a lightweight yet powerful application for viewing images across different operating systems. Built with C++ and the Qt framework, this efficient tool prioritizes speed and simplicity while delivering professional-grade functionality. Its streamlined design makes it perfect for users who need reliable image viewing without unnecessary complexity.
Core Technology and Performance

The application’s foundation rests on robust technical architecture that ensures responsive performance even with large image collections. By leveraging Qt’s built-in QImage support, ImageViewer achieves efficient rendering and decoding capabilities that maintain speed without compromising quality. This technical design allows users to browse extensive image libraries without experiencing slowdowns.
Comprehensive Format Support
ImageViewer excels in its extensive compatibility with image formats:
- Standard formats: JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, ICO
- Modern formats: HEIF, WebP, JPEG XL, AVIF
- Vector graphics: SVG for resolution-independent viewing
- Professional formats: RAW files (DNG, CR2, NEF) and Photoshop PSD files
This comprehensive support eliminates the need for multiple viewing applications, making ImageViewer a centralized solution for all image viewing needs.
Check Also – Universal Viewer
Essential Features and Benefits
The application offers several key advantages that enhance the viewing experience:
- A distraction-free interface that keeps focus on your images
- Fast loading times even for high-resolution files
- Embedded ICC profile handling for consistent color display
- Detailed metadata display including EXIF and XMP information
- Essential navigation tools including zoom, pan, and fullscreen mode
- Portable version available that requires no installation
Latest Improvements in New Version
New version brings significant updates to the platform:
- Enhanced format support through updated libraries (libavif 1.2.1, libheif 1.19.7)
- Improved color accuracy with updated LittleCMS2 (2.17)
- Better vector graphics rendering with ReSVG 0.45.0
- Modern interface elements with Qt 6.8.3
- Enhanced compatibility through updated MimeTypes for GNU/Linux
License – Freeware
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Size – 100 MB
Image Viewer 64-bit | Portable 64-bit
Image Viewer ARM64 | Portable ARM64
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