# Load Excel file df = xtool.read_excel('example.xlsx')
Standard Compression: [Compressed Asset] ---> [7-Zip / LZMA2] ---> Barely any size reduction XTool Precompression Workflow: [Compressed Asset] ---> [XTool Scans & Decodes] ---> [Temporary Raw Data] ---> [7-Zip / LZMA2] ---> Massive size reduction xtool library by razor12911 work
This article explores what XTool is, the core mechanisms of how it works, and why it is a staple in high-end compression workflows. What is XTool by Razor12911? # Load Excel file df = xtool
Always include the specific xtool.exe version in your final repack, as different versions may not be cross-compatible during decoding. It organizes this raw data into a format
It organizes this raw data into a format that a secondary compressor (like LZMA2 or Zstd) can handle more efficiently.
The author was also inspired by the now‑abandoned project, which he believed could have been a major advancement in compression technology. XTool was designed to fill that gap and push the boundaries of what is possible in high‑performance repacking.
Single-threaded LZMA: ~80 MB/s xTool 8-thread: ~450 MB/s (Limited by SSD write speed)