Issue with a TIFF file in a style

[jienense]

Hello everyone,

I am creating a style and using a .tiff file (among others). Creating the style causes no issues, but when I apply it, the .tiff file does not appear, even though the system shows it as present.

Before creating the style:

After applying the style:

Style:

https://www.mediafire.com/file/kicqmqlvbzpqsii/Halloween.ptestyle/file

 

[davegee]

Try converting the TIF to a PNG - it works then.

DG

[jienense]

Right, but the intention was for it to be editable—hence the TIFF file. It supports that format in principle, so why the error?

[davegee]

You will have to ask Igor. It is not a straight forward TIFF. It has transparency.

DG

[Igor]

Hi,

I confirm the issue with this TIFF image. We'l check the code tomorrow. Thanks.

However, I recommend you optimize this TIFF file. Because this file is 50 MB for 2213 x 1246 image! After converting to PNG (lossless compression) you get only 1.2 MB. A good optimization for the slide style.

[jienense]

Thanks for confirming the issue. I’ve reduced the TIFF file as much as possible, but the problem persists. I know the file size is much smaller in PNG and doesn't cause issues, but if I want to share it with others so they can edit it, PNG wouldn't work.

[digartal]

8 hours ago, jienense said:

Thanks for confirming the issue. I’ve reduced the TIFF file as much as possible, but the problem persists. I know the file size is much smaller in PNG and doesn't cause issues, but if I want to share it with others so they can edit it, PNG wouldn't work.

So I am guessing you want that particular style and edit and a normal text box in O & A would not work. The other thing is will the viewer be actuaslly able to edit a TIFF file either with access to software or knowledge? If you just replaced the Image in O & A they could add the text they liked?

[Igor]

9 hours ago, jienense said:

Thanks for confirming the issue. I’ve reduced the TIFF file as much as possible, but the problem persists. I know the file size is much smaller in PNG and doesn't cause issues, but if I want to share it with others so they can edit it, PNG wouldn't work.

Honestly, I don't understand the advantage of TIFF over PNG for this particular case?

[Igor]

One more idea for your style. It's possible to create a slide style with a text object which can be changed when user apply your style.

You need to select a Text object, call the popup menu and choose "Text comment". Then create a slide style.

Yes, the choice of fonts and decoration will be limited.

[jienense]

Let me see if I can explain this clearly: if I provide the style and you want to change "Halloween Party" to "Halloween Night"—well, if I create the style in PNG format, you won't be able to edit the file. However, if I create it in TIFF format, anyone who wants to can edit it to their liking—using an editing program like Photoshop or GIMP, for example.

 

 

[digartal]

31 minutes ago, jienense said:

Let me see if I can explain this clearly: if I provide the style and you want to change "Halloween Party" to "Halloween Night"—well, if I create the style in PNG format, you won't be able to edit the file. However, if I create it in TIFF format, anyone who wants to can edit it to their liking—using an editing program like Photoshop or GIMP, for example.

 

 

I understood so my explanation was also misunderstood as I was thinking of something similar to what Igor suggested. I asked AI and got the following reply. The first 2 are only available in PS.

Compatible Text Editing File Formats

• PSD / PSB: Adobe Photoshop formats that store individual elements, effects, and text vectors on separate, editable layers.

• TIFF: A flexible bitmap image format that can optionally save Photoshop layers intact if compatibility settings are enabled.

• XCF: The native layered image format used by GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP).

• PDN: The native file type for Paint.NET which preserves unflattened layers.

• SVG / AI: Scalable vector graphics and Adobe Illustrator files where text remains vector-based and editable. [1, 2, 3]

Interestingly, Canva (an Australian company who purchased Affinity) have release a product called Magic Layers. I don't subscribe to Canva Pro but here is some info showing a flattened image and editable layout created.

Cheeers

Mark

[Igor]

I've fixed the issue with this TIFF image. I'll send you the new version on Monday.

[jienense]

Good morning, Igor.

I wanted to thank you for all the trouble you've taken and for your assistance.

However, I don't think the issue is limited to that specific TIFF file; I downloaded two TIFF files from the internet and created a simple style (Zoom only) for each image, yet the problem persists when applying the style.

I believe the issue lies in the process of applying the style to TIFF images—there seems to be an error.

[jienense]

On 9/25/2026 at 7:34 AM, Igor said:

You need to select a Text object, call the popup menu and choose "Text comment". Then create a slide style.

Thanks, I wasn't aware of that function when creating the style; it's really good to know.

 

 

 

[Igor]

6 minutes ago, jienense said:

However, I don't think the issue is limited to that specific TIFF file; I downloaded two TIFF files from the internet and created a simple style (Zoom only) for each image, yet the problem persists when applying the style.

I believe the issue lies in the process of applying the style to TIFF images—there seems to be an error.

Yes, it' a common issue for all TIFF files included in a slide style or CT resources.
TIFF decoder incorrectly handles the "{" character in the file path.
We have already fixed this bug, and the solution is very simple and reliable - just one line of code. I'll publish the new version on Monday.