ICC

The ICC (International Color Consortium) is an organization that sets standards and guidelines for managing and communicating colors across different software packages, devices, and platforms. It was established in 1993 to address issues related to color consistency and accuracy in digital imaging and printing.

What are ICC profiles?

The ICC's primary goal of setting colors that look the same (regardless of where they are produced) is achieved through using a standardized color management system known as profiles. An ICC profile is a data file that dictates the color behavior of a device, such as a monitor or printer. It contains information about the device's color gamut, color temperature, and other related characteristics.

While the ICC defines specifications, it does not designate algorithms or processing details. Consequently, applications or systems that work with different ICC profiles may vary.

Color management, Color terms, Computer acronyms, Digital imaging, Print, Printer terms, TLA