# \#hdr-png

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## ["PNG has been updated for the first time in 22 years — new spec supports HDR"](https://discourse.threejs.org/t/png-has-been-updated-for-the-first-time-in-22-years-new-spec-supports-hdr/84621)

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**Author:** [@GUESTJS](https://discourse.threejs.org/u/GUESTJS)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 28, 2025, 2:11pm UTC](https://discourse.threejs.org/t/png-has-been-updated-for-the-first-time-in-22-years-new-spec-supports-hdr/84621 "2025-06-28T14:11:03Z")

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Have you seen this news? Does it means we can use png files for hdr lighting soon? Or there are any hidden restrictions for a complete replacement of .hdr?