How to convert XCF to PSD
- Add your .XCF file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .PSD in a few seconds.
- Download your new .PSD file.
What to expect
- Text layers are rasterized on export - they will not be editable as text in Photoshop after conversion.
- Blend modes may shift: XCF and PSD use different internal definitions, so modes like Dodge and Burn can look different after export.
- The on-page converter and ImageMagick flatten all layers into one; use GIMP or Photopea if you need to keep layers separate.
Frequently asked questions
Can Photoshop open XCF files directly?
No. Photoshop has no XCF support, so you must convert to
.psd first using GIMP, Photopea, or the converter on this page.Will my layers survive the conversion?
With GIMP or Photopea, most pixel layers transfer. Text layers become rasterized images and some blend modes may shift visually.
Is there a free option that preserves editable layers?
Yes - Photopea (photopea.com) reads XCF with layers intact and exports to PSD at no cost.
What happens to GIMP-only blend modes?
GIMP substitutes them with the closest PSD equivalent or merges them to pixels on export, so the visual result may differ from the original.
