TIFF Tag MaxSampleValue
| IFD |  | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Code | 281 (hex 0x0119) | |
| Name | MaxSampleValue | |
| LibTiff name | TIFFTAG_MAXSAMPLEVALUE | |
| Type | SHORT | |
| Count | N = SamplesPerPixel | |
| Default | 2**(BitsPerSample) - 1 |
Description
The maximum component value used.
This field is not to be used to affect the visual appearance of an image when it is displayed or printed. Nor should this field affect the interpretation of any other field; it is used only for statistical purposes.