GLEW is a cross-platform open-source C/C++ extension loading library that simplifies the process of using OpenGL extensions. It provides efficient run-time mechanisms to determine the availability of OpenGL extensions on the target platform, exposing core and extension functionality in a single header file. GLEW supports multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD, Irix, and Solaris, making it a versatile tool for graphics developers.

Features

  • Cross-platform support for various operating systems​
  • Simplifies management of OpenGL extensions​
  • Single header file exposing core and extension functionalities​
  • Efficient run-time mechanisms for extension availability checks​
  • Supports multiple OpenGL versions​
  • Compatible with C and C++ projects​
  • Regular updates to include new extensions​
  • Comprehensive documentation and usage examples​
  • Open-source under a permissive license​

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Programming Language

C

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C Libraries

Registered

2025-03-19