Split into Original Named Files

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 81 views

Introduction

As a user of a sprite sheet editor, you may have encountered situations where you need to import a manually-edited PNG of a spritesheet. However, the current functionality of the program may not allow you to do so, or may not be able to split the imported PNG into the original named files. This feature request aims to address this limitation and provide a more convenient and efficient way to work with spritesheets.

The Problem

When working with spritesheets, it's not uncommon to need to make manual edits to the PNG file. This can be due to various reasons such as adjusting the position of a sprite, changing its size, or even adding new sprites. However, when you try to import this edited PNG into the sprite sheet editor, you may encounter issues such as:

The program may not be able to recognize the original file names and sorting.
The edited PNG may not be compatible with the program's current format.
You may need to manually recreate the original file names and sorting, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

The Solution

To address these issues, we propose the following feature:

Import Altered PNG: Allow the program to import a manually-edited PNG of a spritesheet.
Split into Original Named Files: Automatically split the imported PNG into the original named files and sorting.

This feature would provide several benefits, including:

Convenience: Users would no longer need to manually recreate the original file names and sorting, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.
Efficiency: The program would be able to automatically recognize the original file names and sorting, making it easier to work with spritesheets.
Flexibility: Users would have more flexibility in terms of how they work with spritesheets, allowing them to make manual edits and then import the edited PNG into the program.

Implementation

To implement this feature, we would need to modify the program's import functionality to allow for the import of manually-edited PNG files. This would involve:

Adding a new import option: Create a new import option that allows users to select a manually-edited PNG file.
Parsing the PNG file: Develop a parser that can read the PNG file and extract the original file names and sorting.
Splitting the PNG file: Use the extracted information to split the PNG file into the original named files and sorting.

Benefits

The benefits of this feature would be numerous, including:

Improved user experience: Users would have a more convenient and efficient way to work with spritesheets.
Increased productivity: Users would be able to work more quickly and accurately, reducing the time and effort required to complete tasks.
Enhanced flexibility: Users would have more flexibility in terms of how they work with spritesheets, allowing them to make manual edits and then import the edited PNG into the program.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the feature request to import altered PNG and split into original named files would provide a significant improvement to the user experience and productivity of the sprite sheet editor. By allowing users to import manually-edited PNG files and automatically splitting them into the original named files and sorting, this feature would make it easier and more efficient to work with spritesheets.

Implementation Roadmap

To implement this feature, we would need to follow the following roadmap:

Week 1-2: Research and design the new import option and parser.
Week 3-4: Develop the parser and splitting functionality.
Week 5-6: Test and refine the feature.
Week 7: Release the feature to users.

Future Development

In the future, we could consider adding additional features to the sprite sheet editor, such as:

Support for multiple image formats: Allow users to import and export spritesheets in multiple image formats, such as JPEG and GIF.
Advanced editing tools: Provide users with advanced editing tools, such as the ability to add and remove sprites, adjust sprite sizes and positions, and more.
Collaboration features: Allow multiple users to collaborate on a single spritesheet, making it easier to work with teams and share resources.

Introduction

As we discussed in our previous article, the feature request to import altered PNG and split into original named files would provide a significant improvement to the user experience and productivity of the sprite sheet editor. In this article, we'll answer some frequently asked questions about this feature and provide more information on how it would work.

Q: What is the purpose of this feature?

A: The purpose of this feature is to allow users to import manually-edited PNG files and automatically split them into the original named files and sorting. This would make it easier and more efficient to work with spritesheets.

Q: How would the feature work?

A: The feature would work by allowing users to select a manually-edited PNG file and then automatically parsing the file to extract the original file names and sorting. The program would then split the PNG file into the original named files and sorting.

Q: What types of PNG files would be supported?

A: The feature would support PNG files that have been manually edited using any image editing software. This could include files that have been resized, rotated, or had sprites added or removed.

Q: Would the feature support other image formats?

A: No, the feature would only support PNG files. However, we could consider adding support for other image formats in the future.

Q: How would the feature handle files with multiple layers?

A: The feature would handle files with multiple layers by automatically parsing the layers and extracting the original file names and sorting. The program would then split the PNG file into the original named files and sorting, taking into account the layers.

Q: Would the feature be available in the next version of the sprite sheet editor?

A: We're currently planning to release the feature in the next major version of the sprite sheet editor. However, we'll provide more information on the release date and features as we get closer to the release.

Q: How would the feature be implemented?

A: The feature would be implemented using a combination of software development and testing. We would need to develop a parser that can read the PNG file and extract the original file names and sorting, as well as a splitting algorithm that can split the PNG file into the original named files and sorting.

Q: Would the feature be backwards compatible?

A: Yes, the feature would be backwards compatible with existing spritesheets. This means that users would be able to import and edit existing spritesheets using the new feature without any issues.

Q: How would the feature be updated in the future?

A: We would update the feature in future versions of the sprite sheet editor to add new features and improve performance. This could include adding support for other image formats, improving the parsing and splitting algorithms, and more.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the feature request to import altered PNG and split into original named files would provide a significant improvement to the user experience and productivity of the sprite sheet editor. By answering these frequently asked questions, we've provided more information on how the feature would work and what benefits it would provide. We're excited to bring this feature to our users and look forward to hearing your feedback and suggestions.