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WebGL access to decoded planes

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Description

Current proposals provide for accessing decoded frames as WebGL textures, but these would be RGB, implying a conversion for most content. We should investigate whether we can provide access to individual planes.

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the current proposals for accessing decoded frames as WebGL textures and the stated RGB conversion limitation. Investigate whether individual decoded planes can be exposed, and document a concrete proposal or implementation scope as the outcome.

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Assessment

Domain
api, computer-graphics
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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