This is the format that is used in the OpenGL and Microsoft DirectX development environment. It is used to store bitmap images of user interface environments and textures. It allows you to store information in compressed and uncompressed forms. It is used for texturing game models and storing entire textural arrays to create games and 3D-software applications. DDS is used to develop the latest-generation video game consoles. It makes it possible to compress texture blocks 'on the fly', which increases performance when you run the application.

Is an e-book format created for Amazon’s Kindle8. This format supports the CSS3 pop-up text system and HTML5 as well as built-in fonts; moreover, it possesses powerful document-formatting capabilities. It contains a function of independently activated DRM protection. AZW3 books can be created with KindleGen, a free software program from Amazon.