File size increasing

[gkulka]

Hi,

I'm using AP 1.7.1.404 and 16bit file 3505x5258[*.afphoto] gets it size increasing by each save. i.e. 7 layers [group 2 pixel layers]/curves/3 pixel layers was 432MB. After merging down 2 bottom pixel layers current size is 537MB[group 2 pixel layers]/curves/1 pixel layer]. As file contains less information, size should be smaller. EDIT: After adding live filter layer its down to 525MB.

Please verify, as removing information increases file size adding decreases[or keeps the same] file size. Shouldn't it be other way around?

[walt.farrell]

The Affinity applications use a file layout that is optimized for speed, not size. Generally I think they trim or compress out unused data about every 5th Save. They should also do that when you do a Save As under a new name, so you might try that to see what size you get.

[Michail]

12 hours ago, walt.farrell said:

They should also do that when you do a Save As under a new name, so you might try that to see what size you get.

It's a question that's been on my mind for some time: Why do I have to absolutely save the affinity files with a new name?! Instead, the "Save as" command (and overwrite the old file) should be sufficient to drop ballast if desired. This would be less cumbersome for the user.