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Resolution Independence for Application Images

When you use TIFF images, you can store multiple resolutions of your image in the same file. When the TIFF image is used in your application, the correct resolution will automatically be used. Your images should include 1x and 2x representations. If you use PDF images, they are resolution independent already (as long as you don't include pixels in them). Mac OS X will automatically load the correct resolution for your image to match the resolution of the monitor it is shown on.

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Formats for Application Images

Using Images in Applications