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@@ -142,11 +142,13 @@ int ZSTD_maxCLevel(void); </b>/*!< maximum compression lev
ZSTD_CCtx* ZSTD_createCCtx(void);
size_t ZSTD_freeCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx);
</pre></b><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_compressCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* ctx,
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_compressCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
int compressionLevel);
</b><p> Same as ZSTD_compress(), requires an allocated ZSTD_CCtx (see ZSTD_createCCtx()).
</b><p> Same as ZSTD_compress(), using an explicit ZSTD_CCtx
The function will compress at requested compression level,
ignoring any other parameter
</p></pre><BR>
<h3>Decompression context</h3><pre> When decompressing many times,
@@ -158,10 +160,13 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx);
ZSTD_DCtx* ZSTD_createDCtx(void);
size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
</pre></b><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_decompressDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* ctx,
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_decompressDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize);
</b><p> Same as ZSTD_decompress(), requires an allocated ZSTD_DCtx (see ZSTD_createDCtx())
</b><p> Same as ZSTD_decompress(),
requires an allocated ZSTD_DCtx.
Compatible with sticky parameters.
</p></pre><BR>
<a name="Chapter6"></a><h2>Simple dictionary API</h2><pre></pre>
@@ -171,18 +176,22 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
const void* dict,size_t dictSize,
int compressionLevel);
</b><p> Compression using a predefined Dictionary (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
</b><p> Compression at an explicit compression level using a Dictionary.
A dictionary can be any arbitrary data segment (also called a prefix),
or a buffer with specified information (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
Note : This function loads the dictionary, resulting in significant startup delay.
Note : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used.
It's intended for a dictionary used only once.
Note 2 : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_decompress_usingDict(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
const void* dict,size_t dictSize);
</b><p> Decompression using a predefined Dictionary (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
</b><p> Decompression using a known Dictionary.
Dictionary must be identical to the one used during compression.
Note : This function loads the dictionary, resulting in significant startup delay.
It's intended for a dictionary used only once.
Note : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used.
</p></pre><BR>
@@ -190,11 +199,12 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
<pre><b>ZSTD_CDict* ZSTD_createCDict(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize,
int compressionLevel);
</b><p> When compressing multiple messages / blocks with the same dictionary, it's recommended to load it just once.
ZSTD_createCDict() will create a digested dictionary, ready to start future compression operations without startup delay.
</b><p> When compressing multiple messages / blocks using the same dictionary, it's recommended to load it only once.
ZSTD_createCDict() will create a digested dictionary, ready to start future compression operations without startup cost.
ZSTD_CDict can be created once and shared by multiple threads concurrently, since its usage is read-only.
`dictBuffer` can be released after ZSTD_CDict creation, since its content is copied within CDict
Note : A ZSTD_CDict can be created with an empty dictionary, but it is inefficient for small data.
`dictBuffer` can be released after ZSTD_CDict creation, because its content is copied within CDict.
Consider experimental function `ZSTD_createCDict_byReference()` if you prefer to not duplicate `dictBuffer` content.
Note : A ZSTD_CDict can be created from an empty dictBuffer, but it is inefficient when used to compress small data.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_freeCDict(ZSTD_CDict* CDict);
@@ -206,16 +216,14 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
const ZSTD_CDict* cdict);
</b><p> Compression using a digested Dictionary.
Faster startup than ZSTD_compress_usingDict(), recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
Note that compression level is decided during dictionary creation.
Frame parameters are hardcoded (dictID=yes, contentSize=yes, checksum=no)
Note : ZSTD_compress_usingCDict() can be used with a ZSTD_CDict created from an empty dictionary.
But it is inefficient for small data, and it is recommended to use ZSTD_compressCCtx().
Recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
Note : compression level is _decided at dictionary creation time_,
and frame parameters are hardcoded (dictID=yes, contentSize=yes, checksum=no)
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>ZSTD_DDict* ZSTD_createDDict(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize);
</b><p> Create a digested dictionary, ready to start decompression operation without startup delay.
dictBuffer can be released after DDict creation, as its content is copied inside DDict
dictBuffer can be released after DDict creation, as its content is copied inside DDict.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_freeDDict(ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
@@ -227,7 +235,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
</b><p> Decompression using a digested Dictionary.
Faster startup than ZSTD_decompress_usingDict(), recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
Recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
</p></pre><BR>
<a name="Chapter8"></a><h2>Streaming</h2><pre></pre>
@@ -256,9 +264,9 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
Parameters are sticky : when starting a new compression on the same context,
it will re-use the same sticky parameters as previous compression session.
It's recommended to initialize the context before every usage.
When in doubt, it's recommended to fully initialize the context before usage.
Use ZSTD_initCStream() to set the parameter to a selected compression level.
Use advanced API (ZSTD_CCtx_setParameter(), etc.) to set more detailed parameters.
Use advanced API (ZSTD_CCtx_setParameter(), etc.) to set more specific parameters.
Use ZSTD_compressStream() as many times as necessary to consume input stream.
The function will automatically update both `pos` fields within `input` and `output`.
@@ -267,7 +275,6 @@ size_t ZSTD_freeDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
in which case `input.pos < input.size`.
The caller must check if input has been entirely consumed.
If not, the caller must make some room to receive more compressed data,
typically by emptying output buffer, or allocating a new output buffer,
and then present again remaining input data.
@return : a size hint, preferred nb of bytes to use as input for next function call
or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError().
@@ -312,25 +319,24 @@ size_t ZSTD_endStream(ZSTD_CStream* zcs, ZSTD_outBuffer* output);
Use ZSTD_createDStream() and ZSTD_freeDStream() to create/release resources.
ZSTD_DStream objects can be re-used multiple times.
Use ZSTD_initDStream() to start a new decompression operation,
or ZSTD_initDStream_usingDict() if decompression requires a dictionary.
Use ZSTD_initDStream() to start a new decompression operation.
@return : recommended first input size
Alternatively, use advanced API to set specific properties.
Use ZSTD_decompressStream() repetitively to consume your input.
The function will update both `pos` fields.
If `input.pos < input.size`, some input has not been consumed.
It's up to the caller to present again remaining data.
The function tries to flush all data decoded immediately, repecting buffer sizes.
The function tries to flush all data decoded immediately, respecting output buffer size.
If `output.pos < output.size`, decoder has flushed everything it could.
But if `output.pos == output.size`, there is no such guarantee,
it's likely that some decoded data was not flushed and still remains within internal buffers.
But if `output.pos == output.size`, there might be some data left within internal buffers.,
In which case, call ZSTD_decompressStream() again to flush whatever remains in the buffer.
When no additional input is provided, amount of data flushed is necessarily <= ZSTD_BLOCKSIZE_MAX.
Note : with no additional input provided, amount of data flushed is necessarily <= ZSTD_BLOCKSIZE_MAX.
@return : 0 when a frame is completely decoded and fully flushed,
or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError(),
or any other value > 0, which means there is still some decoding or flushing to do to complete current frame :
the return value is a suggested next input size (a hint for better latency)
that will never load more than the current frame.
the return value is a suggested next input size (just a hint for better latency)
that will never request more than the remaining frame size.
<BR></pre>
@@ -355,10 +361,10 @@ size_t ZSTD_decompressStream(ZSTD_DStream* zds, ZSTD_outBuffer* output, ZSTD_inB
<BR></pre>
<a name="Chapter12"></a><h2>Candidate API for promotion to stable status</h2><pre>
The following symbols and constants belong to the "staging area" :
they are considered to join "stable API" status by v1.4.0.
The below proposal is written so that it can become stable "as is".
It's still possible to suggest modifications.
The following symbols and constants form the "staging area" :
they are considered to join "stable API" by v1.4.0.
The proposal is written so that it can be made stable "as is",
though it's still possible to suggest improvements.
Staging is in fact last chance for changes,
the API is locked once reaching "stable" status.
@@ -370,8 +376,8 @@ size_t ZSTD_decompressStream(ZSTD_DStream* zds, ZSTD_outBuffer* output, ZSTD_inB
</b><p> `src` should point to the start of a ZSTD frame or skippable frame.
`srcSize` must be >= first frame size
@return : the compressed size of the first frame starting at `src`,
suitable to pass to `ZSTD_decompress` or similar,
or an error code if input is invalid
suitable to pass as `srcSize` to `ZSTD_decompress` or similar,
or an error code if input is invalid
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_sizeof_CCtx(const ZSTD_CCtx* cctx);
@@ -380,8 +386,8 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_CStream(const ZSTD_CStream* zcs);
size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DStream(const ZSTD_DStream* zds);
size_t ZSTD_sizeof_CDict(const ZSTD_CDict* cdict);
size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
</b><p> These functions give the current memory usage of selected object.
Object memory usage can evolve (increase or decrease) over time.
</b><p> These functions give the _current_ memory usage of selected object.
Note that object memory usage can evolve (increase or decrease) over time.
</p></pre><BR>
<a name="Chapter13"></a><h2>Advanced compression API</h2><pre></pre>
@@ -394,9 +400,9 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
ZSTD_btlazy2=6,
ZSTD_btopt=7,
ZSTD_btultra=8
</b>/* note : new strategies might be added in the future<b>
at this stage, only the order (from fast to strong) is guaranteed.
new strategy names may be introduced, pushing the maximum number upward */
</b>/* note : new strategies might be added in the future.<b>
Only the order (from fast to strong) is guaranteed, not the exact position.
new strategy names might be introduced, pushing the maximum number upward */
} ZSTD_strategy;
</b></pre><BR>
<pre><b>typedef enum {
@@ -405,25 +411,25 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
ZSTD_p_compressionLevel=100, </b>/* Update all compression parameters according to pre-defined cLevel table<b>
* Default level is ZSTD_CLEVEL_DEFAULT==3.
* Special: value 0 means default, which is controlled by ZSTD_CLEVEL_DEFAULT.
* Note 1 : it's possible to pass a negative compression level by casting it to unsigned type.
* Note 1 : it's possible to pass a negative compression level.
* Note 2 : setting a level sets all default values of other compression parameters */
ZSTD_p_windowLog=101, </b>/* Maximum allowed back-reference distance, expressed as power of 2.<b>
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_MIN and ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_MAX.
* Special: value 0 means "use default windowLog".
* Note: Using a window size greater than 1<<ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT
* requires explicitly allowing such window size during decompression stage. */
* requires explicitly allowing such window size during decompression stage if using streaming. */
ZSTD_p_hashLog=102, </b>/* Size of the initial probe table, as a power of 2.<b>
* Resulting table size is (1 << (hashLog+2)).
* Resulting memory usage is (1 << (hashLog+2)).
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_HASHLOG_MIN and ZSTD_HASHLOG_MAX.
* Larger tables improve compression ratio of strategies <= dFast,
* and improve speed of strategies > dFast.
* Special: value 0 means "use default hashLog". */
ZSTD_p_chainLog=103, </b>/* Size of the multi-probe search table, as a power of 2.<b>
* Resulting table size is (1 << (chainLog+2)).
* Resulting memory usage is (1 << (chainLog+2)).
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_CHAINLOG_MIN and ZSTD_CHAINLOG_MAX.
* Larger tables result in better and slower compression.
* This parameter is useless when using "fast" strategy.
* Note it's still useful when using "dfast" strategy,
* It's still useful when using "dfast" strategy,
* in which case it defines a secondary probe table.
* Special: value 0 means "use default chainLog". */
ZSTD_p_searchLog=104, </b>/* Number of search attempts, as a power of 2.<b>
@@ -456,7 +462,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
* This parameter is designed to improve compression ratio
* for large inputs, by finding large matches at long distance.
* It increases memory usage and window size.
* Note: enabling this parameter increases ZSTD_p_windowLog to 128 MB
* Note: enabling this parameter increases default ZSTD_p_windowLog to 128 MB
* except when expressly set to a different value. */
ZSTD_p_ldmHashLog=161, </b>/* Size of the table for long distance matching, as a power of 2.<b>
* Larger values increase memory usage and compression ratio,
@@ -490,10 +496,10 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
</b>/* These parameters are only useful if multi-threading is enabled (compiled with build macro ZSTD_MULTITHREAD).<b>
* They return an error otherwise. */
ZSTD_p_nbWorkers=400, </b>/* Select how many threads will be spawned to compress in parallel.<b>
* When nbWorkers >= 1, triggers asynchronous mode when used with ZSTD_compressStream2() :
* ZSTD_compressStream2() consumes input and flush output if possible, but immediately gives back control to caller,
* When nbWorkers >= 1, triggers asynchronous mode when used with ZSTD_compressStream*() :
* ZSTD_compressStream*() consumes input and flush output if possible, but immediately gives back control to caller,
* while compression work is performed in parallel, within worker threads.
* (note : a strong exception to this rule is when first invocation sets ZSTD_e_end :
* (note : a strong exception to this rule is when first invocation of ZSTD_compressStream2() sets ZSTD_e_end :
* in which case, ZSTD_compressStream2() delegates to ZSTD_compress2(), which is always a blocking call).
* More workers improve speed, but also increase memory usage.
* Default value is `0`, aka "single-threaded mode" : no worker is spawned, compression is performed inside Caller's thread, all invocations are blocking */
@@ -537,7 +543,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
otherwise they will either trigger an error or be automatically clamped.
@return : a structure, ZSTD_bounds, which contains
- an error status field, which must be tested using ZSTD_isError()
- both lower and upper bounds, inclusive
- lower and upper bounds, both inclusive
</p></pre><BR>
@@ -550,33 +556,38 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
the following parameters can be updated _during_ compression (within same frame):
=> compressionLevel, hashLog, chainLog, searchLog, minMatch, targetLength and strategy.
new parameters will be active for next job only (after a flush()).
@return : an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
@return : an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_CCtx_setPledgedSrcSize(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, unsigned long long pledgedSrcSize);
</b><p> Total input data size to be compressed as a single frame.
This value will be controlled at end of frame, and trigger an error if not respected.
@result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
Note 1 : 0 means zero, empty.
Note 1 : pledgedSrcSize==0 actually means zero, aka an empty frame.
In order to mean "unknown content size", pass constant ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN.
ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN is default value for any new compression job.
Note 2 : If all data is provided and consumed in a single round,
this value is automatically overriden by srcSize instead.
ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN is default value for any new frame.
Note 2 : pledgedSrcSize is only valid once, for the next frame.
It's discarded at the end of the frame.
Note 3 : If all data is provided and consumed in a single round,
this value is automatically overriden by srcSize instead.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, const void* dict, size_t dictSize);
</b><p> Create an internal CDict from `dict` buffer.
Decompression will have to use same dictionary.
@result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
Special: Adding a NULL (or 0-size) dictionary invalidates previous dictionary,
Special: Loading a NULL (or 0-size) dictionary invalidates previous dictionary,
meaning "return to no-dictionary mode".
Note 1 : Dictionary will be used for all future compression jobs.
To return to "no-dictionary" situation, load a NULL dictionary
Note 2 : Loading a dictionary involves building tables, which are dependent on compression parameters.
For this reason, compression parameters cannot be changed anymore after loading a dictionary.
Note 1 : Dictionary is sticky, it will be used for all future compression jobs.
To return to "no-dictionary" situation, load a NULL dictionary (or reset parameters).
Note 2 : Loading a dictionary involves building tables.
It's also a CPU consuming operation, with non-negligible impact on latency.
Tables are dependent on compression parameters, and for this reason,
compression parameters can no longer be changed after loading a dictionary.
Note 3 :`dict` content will be copied internally.
Use ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_byReference() to reference dictionary content instead.
Use experimental ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_byReference() to reference content instead.
In such a case, dictionary buffer must outlive its users.
Note 4 : Use ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_advanced()
to precisely select how dictionary content must be interpreted.
@@ -588,14 +599,14 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
and supercede any compression parameter previously set within CCtx.
The dictionary will remain valid for future compression jobs using same CCtx.
@result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
Special : adding a NULL CDict means "return to no-dictionary mode".
Special : Referencing a NULL CDict means "return to no-dictionary mode".
Note 1 : Currently, only one dictionary can be managed.
Adding a new dictionary effectively "discards" any previous one.
Note 2 : CDict is just referenced, its lifetime must outlive CCtx.
Referencing a new dictionary effectively "discards" any previous one.
Note 2 : CDict is just referenced, its lifetime must outlive its usage within CCtx.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
const void* prefix, size_t prefixSize);
const void* prefix, size_t prefixSize);
</b><p> Reference a prefix (single-usage dictionary) for next compression job.
Decompression will need same prefix to properly regenerate data.
Compressing with a prefix is similar in outcome as performing a diff and compressing it,
@@ -612,7 +623,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
It's a CPU consuming operation, with non-negligible impact on latency.
If there is a need to use the same prefix multiple times, consider loadDictionary instead.
Note 4 : By default, the prefix is interpreted as raw content (ZSTD_dm_rawContent).
Use ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix_advanced() to alter dictionary interpretation.
Use experimental ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix_advanced() to alter dictionary interpretation.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>typedef enum {
@@ -626,9 +637,9 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
- The session : will stop compressing current frame, and make CCtx ready to start a new one.
Useful after an error, or to interrupt any ongoing compression.
Any internal data not yet flushed is cancelled.
But parameters and dictionary are kept unchanged.
Therefore, same parameters and dictionary will be used for next frame.
This action never fails.
Compression parameters and dictionary remain unchanged.
They will be used to compress next frame.
Resetting session never fails.
- The parameters : changes all parameters back to "default".
This removes any reference to any dictionary too.
Parameters can only be changed between 2 sessions (i.e. no compression is currently ongoing)
@@ -644,8 +655,8 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
- Compression parameters are pushed into CCtx before starting compression, using ZSTD_CCtx_set*()
- The function is always blocking, returns when compression is completed.
Hint : compression runs faster if `dstCapacity` >= `ZSTD_compressBound(srcSize)`.
@return : compressed size written into `dst` (<= `dstCapacity),
or an error code if it fails (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
@return : compressed size written into `dst` (<= `dstCapacity),
or an error code if it fails (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
</p></pre><BR>
@@ -670,10 +681,10 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
- outpot->pos must be <= dstCapacity, input->pos must be <= srcSize
- outpot->pos and input->pos will be updated. They are guaranteed to remain below their respective limit.
- When nbWorkers==0 (default), function is blocking : it completes its job before returning to caller.
- When nbWorkers>=1, function is non-blocking : it just acquires a copy of input, and distributes jobs to internal worker threads,
- When nbWorkers>=1, function is non-blocking : it just acquires a copy of input, and distributes jobs to internal worker threads, flush whatever is available,
and then immediately returns, just indicating that there is some data remaining to be flushed.
The function nonetheless guarantees forward progress : it will return only after it reads or write at least 1+ byte.
- Exception : if the first call requests a ZSTD_e_end directive, the function delegates to ZSTD_compress2() which is always blocking.
- Exception : if the first call requests a ZSTD_e_end directive and provides enough dstCapacity, the function delegates to ZSTD_compress2() which is always blocking.
- @return provides a minimum amount of data remaining to be flushed from internal buffers
or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError().
if @return != 0, flush is not fully completed, there is still some data left within internal buffers.
@@ -688,11 +699,11 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
<pre><b>typedef enum {
ZSTD_d_windowLogMax=100, </b>/* Used to select a limit beyond which<b>
ZSTD_d_windowLogMax=100, </b>/* Select a size limit (in power of 2) beyond which<b>
* the streaming API will refuse to allocate memory buffer
* in order to protect the host from unreasonable memory requirements.
* This parameter is only useful in streaming mode, as no internal buffer is allocated in single-pass mode.
* By default, a decompression context accepts all window sizes <= (1 << ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT) */
* This parameter is only useful in streaming mode, since no internal buffer is allocated in single-pass mode.
* By default, a decompression context accepts window sizes <= (1 << ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT) */
</b>/* note : additional experimental parameters are also available<b>
* within the experimental section of the API.
@@ -705,7 +716,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
} ZSTD_dParameter;
</b></pre><BR>
<pre><b>ZSTD_bounds ZSTD_dParam_getBounds(ZSTD_dParameter dParam); </b>/* not implemented yet */<b>
<pre><b>ZSTD_bounds ZSTD_dParam_getBounds(ZSTD_dParameter dParam);
</b><p> All parameters must belong to an interval with lower and upper bounds,
otherwise they will either trigger an error or be automatically clamped.
@return : a structure, ZSTD_bounds, which contains
@@ -714,12 +725,12 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_DCtx_setParameter(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx, ZSTD_dParameter param, int value); </b>/* not implemented yet */<b>
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_DCtx_setParameter(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx, ZSTD_dParameter param, int value);
</b><p> Set one compression parameter, selected by enum ZSTD_dParameter.
All parameters have valid bounds. Bounds can be queried using ZSTD_dParam_getBounds().
Providing a value beyond bound will either clamp it, or trigger an error (depending on parameter).
Setting a parameter is only possible during frame initialization (before starting decompression).
@return : an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
@return : 0, or an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
</p></pre><BR>
@@ -772,7 +783,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
<pre><b>size_t ZSTD_DCtx_reset(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx, ZSTD_ResetDirective reset);
</b><p> Return a DCtx to clean state.
Session and parameters can be reset jointly or separately
Session and parameters can be reset jointly or separately.
Parameters can only be reset when no active frame is being decompressed.
@return : 0, or an error code, which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()
@@ -832,7 +843,7 @@ size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DDict(const ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
ZSTD_f_zstd1 = 0, </b>/* zstd frame format, specified in zstd_compression_format.md (default) */<b>
ZSTD_f_zstd1_magicless = 1, </b>/* Variant of zstd frame format, without initial 4-bytes magic number.<b>
* Useful to save 4 bytes per generated frame.
* Decoder cannot recognise automatically this format, requiring instructions. */
* Decoder cannot recognise automatically this format, requiring this instruction. */
} ZSTD_format_e;
</b></pre><BR>
<pre><b>typedef enum {
@@ -982,8 +993,9 @@ static ZSTD_customMem const ZSTD_defaultCMem = { NULL, NULL, NULL }; </b>/**< t
<pre><b>ZSTD_CDict* ZSTD_createCDict_byReference(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize, int compressionLevel);
</b><p> Create a digested dictionary for compression
Dictionary content is simply referenced, and therefore stays in dictBuffer.
It is important that dictBuffer outlives CDict, it must remain read accessible throughout the lifetime of CDict
Dictionary content is just referenced, not duplicated.
As a consequence, `dictBuffer` **must** outlive CDict,
and its content must remain unmodified throughout the lifetime of CDict.
</p></pre><BR>
<pre><b>ZSTD_compressionParameters ZSTD_getCParams(int compressionLevel, unsigned long long estimatedSrcSize, size_t dictSize);
lib/zstd.h
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@@ -167,7 +167,9 @@ ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_CCtx* ZSTD_createCCtx(void);
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_freeCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx);
/*! ZSTD_compressCCtx() :
* Same as ZSTD_compress(), requires an allocated ZSTD_CCtx (see ZSTD_createCCtx()). */
* Same as ZSTD_compress(), using an explicit ZSTD_CCtx
* The function will compress at requested compression level,
* ignoring any other parameter */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compressCCtx(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
@@ -197,9 +199,12 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_decompressDCtx(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
* Simple dictionary API
***************************/
/*! ZSTD_compress_usingDict() :
* Compression using a predefined Dictionary (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
* Compression at an explicit compression level using a Dictionary.
* A dictionary can be any arbitrary data segment (also called a prefix),
* or a buffer with specified information (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
* Note : This function loads the dictionary, resulting in significant startup delay.
* Note : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used. */
* It's intended for a dictionary used only once.
* Note 2 : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compress_usingDict(ZSTD_CCtx* ctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
@@ -207,9 +212,10 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compress_usingDict(ZSTD_CCtx* ctx,
int compressionLevel);
/*! ZSTD_decompress_usingDict() :
* Decompression using a predefined Dictionary (see dictBuilder/zdict.h).
* Decompression using a known Dictionary.
* Dictionary must be identical to the one used during compression.
* Note : This function loads the dictionary, resulting in significant startup delay.
* It's intended for a dictionary used only once.
* Note : When `dict == NULL || dictSize < 8` no dictionary is used. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_decompress_usingDict(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
@@ -217,17 +223,18 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_decompress_usingDict(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
const void* dict,size_t dictSize);
/**********************************
/***********************************
* Bulk processing dictionary API
*********************************/
**********************************/
typedef struct ZSTD_CDict_s ZSTD_CDict;
/*! ZSTD_createCDict() :
* When compressing multiple messages / blocks with the same dictionary, it's recommended to load it just once.
* ZSTD_createCDict() will create a digested dictionary, ready to start future compression operations without startup delay.
* When compressing multiple messages / blocks using the same dictionary, it's recommended to load it only once.
* ZSTD_createCDict() will create a digested dictionary, ready to start future compression operations without startup cost.
* ZSTD_CDict can be created once and shared by multiple threads concurrently, since its usage is read-only.
* `dictBuffer` can be released after ZSTD_CDict creation, since its content is copied within CDict
* Note : A ZSTD_CDict can be created with an empty dictionary, but it is inefficient for small data. */
* `dictBuffer` can be released after ZSTD_CDict creation, because its content is copied within CDict.
* Consider experimental function `ZSTD_createCDict_byReference()` if you prefer to not duplicate `dictBuffer` content.
* Note : A ZSTD_CDict can be created from an empty dictBuffer, but it is inefficient when used to compress small data. */
ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_CDict* ZSTD_createCDict(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize,
int compressionLevel);
@@ -237,11 +244,9 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_freeCDict(ZSTD_CDict* CDict);
/*! ZSTD_compress_usingCDict() :
* Compression using a digested Dictionary.
* Faster startup than ZSTD_compress_usingDict(), recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
* Note that compression level is decided during dictionary creation.
* Frame parameters are hardcoded (dictID=yes, contentSize=yes, checksum=no)
* Note : ZSTD_compress_usingCDict() can be used with a ZSTD_CDict created from an empty dictionary.
* But it is inefficient for small data, and it is recommended to use ZSTD_compressCCtx(). */
* Recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times.
* Note : compression level is _decided at dictionary creation time_,
* and frame parameters are hardcoded (dictID=yes, contentSize=yes, checksum=no) */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compress_usingCDict(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
@@ -252,7 +257,7 @@ typedef struct ZSTD_DDict_s ZSTD_DDict;
/*! ZSTD_createDDict() :
* Create a digested dictionary, ready to start decompression operation without startup delay.
* dictBuffer can be released after DDict creation, as its content is copied inside DDict */
* dictBuffer can be released after DDict creation, as its content is copied inside DDict. */
ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_DDict* ZSTD_createDDict(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize);
/*! ZSTD_freeDDict() :
@@ -261,7 +266,7 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_freeDDict(ZSTD_DDict* ddict);
/*! ZSTD_decompress_usingDDict() :
* Decompression using a digested Dictionary.
* Faster startup than ZSTD_decompress_usingDict(), recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times. */
* Recommended when same dictionary is used multiple times. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_decompress_usingDDict(ZSTD_DCtx* dctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
const void* src, size_t srcSize,
@@ -300,9 +305,9 @@ typedef struct ZSTD_outBuffer_s {
*
* Parameters are sticky : when starting a new compression on the same context,
* it will re-use the same sticky parameters as previous compression session.
* It's recommended to initialize the context before every usage.
* When in doubt, it's recommended to fully initialize the context before usage.
* Use ZSTD_initCStream() to set the parameter to a selected compression level.
* Use advanced API (ZSTD_CCtx_setParameter(), etc.) to set more detailed parameters.
* Use advanced API (ZSTD_CCtx_setParameter(), etc.) to set more specific parameters.
*
* Use ZSTD_compressStream() as many times as necessary to consume input stream.
* The function will automatically update both `pos` fields within `input` and `output`.
@@ -311,7 +316,6 @@ typedef struct ZSTD_outBuffer_s {
* in which case `input.pos < input.size`.
* The caller must check if input has been entirely consumed.
* If not, the caller must make some room to receive more compressed data,
* typically by emptying output buffer, or allocating a new output buffer,
* and then present again remaining input data.
* @return : a size hint, preferred nb of bytes to use as input for next function call
* or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError().
@@ -360,25 +364,24 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CStreamOutSize(void); /**< recommended size for output
* Use ZSTD_createDStream() and ZSTD_freeDStream() to create/release resources.
* ZSTD_DStream objects can be re-used multiple times.
*
* Use ZSTD_initDStream() to start a new decompression operation,
* or ZSTD_initDStream_usingDict() if decompression requires a dictionary.
* Use ZSTD_initDStream() to start a new decompression operation.
* @return : recommended first input size
* Alternatively, use advanced API to set specific properties.
*
* Use ZSTD_decompressStream() repetitively to consume your input.
* The function will update both `pos` fields.
* If `input.pos < input.size`, some input has not been consumed.
* It's up to the caller to present again remaining data.
* The function tries to flush all data decoded immediately, repecting buffer sizes.
* The function tries to flush all data decoded immediately, respecting output buffer size.
* If `output.pos < output.size`, decoder has flushed everything it could.
* But if `output.pos == output.size`, there is no such guarantee,
* it's likely that some decoded data was not flushed and still remains within internal buffers.
* But if `output.pos == output.size`, there might be some data left within internal buffers.,
* In which case, call ZSTD_decompressStream() again to flush whatever remains in the buffer.
* When no additional input is provided, amount of data flushed is necessarily <= ZSTD_BLOCKSIZE_MAX.
* Note : with no additional input provided, amount of data flushed is necessarily <= ZSTD_BLOCKSIZE_MAX.
* @return : 0 when a frame is completely decoded and fully flushed,
* or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError(),
* or any other value > 0, which means there is still some decoding or flushing to do to complete current frame :
* the return value is a suggested next input size (a hint for better latency)
* that will never load more than the current frame.
* the return value is a suggested next input size (just a hint for better latency)
* that will never request more than the remaining frame size.
* *******************************************************************************/
typedef ZSTD_DCtx ZSTD_DStream; /**< DCtx and DStream are now effectively same object (>= v1.3.0) */
@@ -415,10 +418,10 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_DStreamOutSize(void); /*!< recommended size for output
/****************************************************************************************
* Candidate API for promotion to stable status
****************************************************************************************
* The following symbols and constants belong to the "staging area" :
* they are considered to join "stable API" status by v1.4.0.
* The below proposal is written so that it can become stable "as is".
* It's still possible to suggest modifications.
* The following symbols and constants form the "staging area" :
* they are considered to join "stable API" by v1.4.0.
* The proposal is written so that it can be made stable "as is",
* though it's still possible to suggest improvements.
* Staging is in fact last chance for changes,
* the API is locked once reaching "stable" status.
* ***************************************************************************************/
@@ -453,16 +456,16 @@ ZSTDLIB_API int ZSTD_minCLevel(void); /*!< minimum negative compression level a
* `src` should point to the start of a ZSTD frame or skippable frame.
* `srcSize` must be >= first frame size
* @return : the compressed size of the first frame starting at `src`,
* suitable to pass to `ZSTD_decompress` or similar,
* or an error code if input is invalid */
* suitable to pass as `srcSize` to `ZSTD_decompress` or similar,
* or an error code if input is invalid */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_findFrameCompressedSize(const void* src, size_t srcSize);
/* === Memory management === */
/*! ZSTD_sizeof_*() :
* These functions give the current memory usage of selected object.
* Object memory usage can evolve (increase or decrease) over time. */
* These functions give the _current_ memory usage of selected object.
* Note that object memory usage can evolve (increase or decrease) over time. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_sizeof_CCtx(const ZSTD_CCtx* cctx);
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_sizeof_DCtx(const ZSTD_DCtx* dctx);
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_sizeof_CStream(const ZSTD_CStream* zcs);
@@ -498,9 +501,9 @@ typedef enum { ZSTD_fast=1,
ZSTD_btlazy2=6,
ZSTD_btopt=7,
ZSTD_btultra=8
/* note : new strategies might be added in the future
at this stage, only the order (from fast to strong) is guaranteed.
new strategy names may be introduced, pushing the maximum number upward */
/* note : new strategies might be added in the future.
Only the order (from fast to strong) is guaranteed, not the exact position.
new strategy names might be introduced, pushing the maximum number upward */
} ZSTD_strategy;
@@ -510,25 +513,25 @@ typedef enum {
ZSTD_p_compressionLevel=100, /* Update all compression parameters according to pre-defined cLevel table
* Default level is ZSTD_CLEVEL_DEFAULT==3.
* Special: value 0 means default, which is controlled by ZSTD_CLEVEL_DEFAULT.
* Note 1 : it's possible to pass a negative compression level by casting it to unsigned type.
* Note 1 : it's possible to pass a negative compression level.
* Note 2 : setting a level sets all default values of other compression parameters */
ZSTD_p_windowLog=101, /* Maximum allowed back-reference distance, expressed as power of 2.
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_MIN and ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_MAX.
* Special: value 0 means "use default windowLog".
* Note: Using a window size greater than 1<<ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT
* requires explicitly allowing such window size during decompression stage. */
* requires explicitly allowing such window size during decompression stage if using streaming. */
ZSTD_p_hashLog=102, /* Size of the initial probe table, as a power of 2.
* Resulting table size is (1 << (hashLog+2)).
* Resulting memory usage is (1 << (hashLog+2)).
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_HASHLOG_MIN and ZSTD_HASHLOG_MAX.
* Larger tables improve compression ratio of strategies <= dFast,
* and improve speed of strategies > dFast.
* Special: value 0 means "use default hashLog". */
ZSTD_p_chainLog=103, /* Size of the multi-probe search table, as a power of 2.
* Resulting table size is (1 << (chainLog+2)).
* Resulting memory usage is (1 << (chainLog+2)).
* Must be clamped between ZSTD_CHAINLOG_MIN and ZSTD_CHAINLOG_MAX.
* Larger tables result in better and slower compression.
* This parameter is useless when using "fast" strategy.
* Note it's still useful when using "dfast" strategy,
* It's still useful when using "dfast" strategy,
* in which case it defines a secondary probe table.
* Special: value 0 means "use default chainLog". */
ZSTD_p_searchLog=104, /* Number of search attempts, as a power of 2.
@@ -561,7 +564,7 @@ typedef enum {
* This parameter is designed to improve compression ratio
* for large inputs, by finding large matches at long distance.
* It increases memory usage and window size.
* Note: enabling this parameter increases ZSTD_p_windowLog to 128 MB
* Note: enabling this parameter increases default ZSTD_p_windowLog to 128 MB
* except when expressly set to a different value. */
ZSTD_p_ldmHashLog=161, /* Size of the table for long distance matching, as a power of 2.
* Larger values increase memory usage and compression ratio,
@@ -595,10 +598,10 @@ typedef enum {
/* These parameters are only useful if multi-threading is enabled (compiled with build macro ZSTD_MULTITHREAD).
* They return an error otherwise. */
ZSTD_p_nbWorkers=400, /* Select how many threads will be spawned to compress in parallel.
* When nbWorkers >= 1, triggers asynchronous mode when used with ZSTD_compressStream2() :
* ZSTD_compressStream2() consumes input and flush output if possible, but immediately gives back control to caller,
* When nbWorkers >= 1, triggers asynchronous mode when used with ZSTD_compressStream*() :
* ZSTD_compressStream*() consumes input and flush output if possible, but immediately gives back control to caller,
* while compression work is performed in parallel, within worker threads.
* (note : a strong exception to this rule is when first invocation sets ZSTD_e_end :
* (note : a strong exception to this rule is when first invocation of ZSTD_compressStream2() sets ZSTD_e_end :
* in which case, ZSTD_compressStream2() delegates to ZSTD_compress2(), which is always a blocking call).
* More workers improve speed, but also increase memory usage.
* Default value is `0`, aka "single-threaded mode" : no worker is spawned, compression is performed inside Caller's thread, all invocations are blocking */
@@ -656,33 +659,38 @@ ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_bounds ZSTD_cParam_getBounds(ZSTD_cParameter cParam);
* the following parameters can be updated _during_ compression (within same frame):
* => compressionLevel, hashLog, chainLog, searchLog, minMatch, targetLength and strategy.
* new parameters will be active for next job only (after a flush()).
* @return : an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()). */
* @return : an error code (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
*/
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_setParameter(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, ZSTD_cParameter param, int value);
/*! ZSTD_CCtx_setPledgedSrcSize() :
* Total input data size to be compressed as a single frame.
* This value will be controlled at end of frame, and trigger an error if not respected.
* @result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
* Note 1 : 0 means zero, empty.
* Note 1 : pledgedSrcSize==0 actually means zero, aka an empty frame.
* In order to mean "unknown content size", pass constant ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN.
* ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN is default value for any new compression job.
* Note 2 : If all data is provided and consumed in a single round,
* this value is automatically overriden by srcSize instead. */
* ZSTD_CONTENTSIZE_UNKNOWN is default value for any new frame.
* Note 2 : pledgedSrcSize is only valid once, for the next frame.
* It's discarded at the end of the frame.
* Note 3 : If all data is provided and consumed in a single round,
* this value is automatically overriden by srcSize instead.
*/
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_setPledgedSrcSize(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, unsigned long long pledgedSrcSize);
/*! ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary() :
* Create an internal CDict from `dict` buffer.
* Decompression will have to use same dictionary.
* @result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
* Special: Adding a NULL (or 0-size) dictionary invalidates previous dictionary,
* Special: Loading a NULL (or 0-size) dictionary invalidates previous dictionary,
* meaning "return to no-dictionary mode".
* Note 1 : Dictionary will be used for all future compression jobs.
* To return to "no-dictionary" situation, load a NULL dictionary
* Note 2 : Loading a dictionary involves building tables, which are dependent on compression parameters.
* For this reason, compression parameters cannot be changed anymore after loading a dictionary.
* Note 1 : Dictionary is sticky, it will be used for all future compression jobs.
* To return to "no-dictionary" situation, load a NULL dictionary (or reset parameters).
* Note 2 : Loading a dictionary involves building tables.
* It's also a CPU consuming operation, with non-negligible impact on latency.
* Tables are dependent on compression parameters, and for this reason,
* compression parameters can no longer be changed after loading a dictionary.
* Note 3 :`dict` content will be copied internally.
* Use ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_byReference() to reference dictionary content instead.
* Use experimental ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_byReference() to reference content instead.
* In such a case, dictionary buffer must outlive its users.
* Note 4 : Use ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary_advanced()
* to precisely select how dictionary content must be interpreted. */
@@ -694,10 +702,10 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_loadDictionary(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, const void* dict, s
* and supercede any compression parameter previously set within CCtx.
* The dictionary will remain valid for future compression jobs using same CCtx.
* @result : 0, or an error code (which can be tested with ZSTD_isError()).
* Special : adding a NULL CDict means "return to no-dictionary mode".
* Special : Referencing a NULL CDict means "return to no-dictionary mode".
* Note 1 : Currently, only one dictionary can be managed.
* Adding a new dictionary effectively "discards" any previous one.
* Note 2 : CDict is just referenced, its lifetime must outlive CCtx. */
* Referencing a new dictionary effectively "discards" any previous one.
* Note 2 : CDict is just referenced, its lifetime must outlive its usage within CCtx. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_refCDict(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, const ZSTD_CDict* cdict);
/*! ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix() :
@@ -717,9 +725,9 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_refCDict(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, const ZSTD_CDict* cdict);
* It's a CPU consuming operation, with non-negligible impact on latency.
* If there is a need to use the same prefix multiple times, consider loadDictionary instead.
* Note 4 : By default, the prefix is interpreted as raw content (ZSTD_dm_rawContent).
* Use ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix_advanced() to alter dictionary interpretation. */
* Use experimental ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix_advanced() to alter dictionary interpretation. */
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_refPrefix(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
const void* prefix, size_t prefixSize);
const void* prefix, size_t prefixSize);
typedef enum {
@@ -733,9 +741,9 @@ typedef enum {
* - The session : will stop compressing current frame, and make CCtx ready to start a new one.
* Useful after an error, or to interrupt any ongoing compression.
* Any internal data not yet flushed is cancelled.
* But parameters and dictionary are kept unchanged.
* Therefore, same parameters and dictionary will be used for next frame.
* This action never fails.
* Compression parameters and dictionary remain unchanged.
* They will be used to compress next frame.
* Resetting session never fails.
* - The parameters : changes all parameters back to "default".
* This removes any reference to any dictionary too.
* Parameters can only be changed between 2 sessions (i.e. no compression is currently ongoing)
@@ -751,8 +759,8 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_CCtx_reset(ZSTD_CCtx* cctx, ZSTD_ResetDirective reset);
* - Compression parameters are pushed into CCtx before starting compression, using ZSTD_CCtx_set*()
* - The function is always blocking, returns when compression is completed.
* Hint : compression runs faster if `dstCapacity` >= `ZSTD_compressBound(srcSize)`.
* @return : compressed size written into `dst` (<= `dstCapacity),
* or an error code if it fails (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
* @return : compressed size written into `dst` (<= `dstCapacity),
* or an error code if it fails (which can be tested using ZSTD_isError()).
*/
ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compress2( ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
void* dst, size_t dstCapacity,
@@ -776,10 +784,10 @@ typedef enum {
* - outpot->pos must be <= dstCapacity, input->pos must be <= srcSize
* - outpot->pos and input->pos will be updated. They are guaranteed to remain below their respective limit.
* - When nbWorkers==0 (default), function is blocking : it completes its job before returning to caller.
* - When nbWorkers>=1, function is non-blocking : it just acquires a copy of input, and distributes jobs to internal worker threads,
* - When nbWorkers>=1, function is non-blocking : it just acquires a copy of input, and distributes jobs to internal worker threads, flush whatever is available,
* and then immediately returns, just indicating that there is some data remaining to be flushed.
* The function nonetheless guarantees forward progress : it will return only after it reads or write at least 1+ byte.
* - Exception : if the first call requests a ZSTD_e_end directive, the function delegates to ZSTD_compress2() which is always blocking.
* - Exception : if the first call requests a ZSTD_e_end directive and provides enough dstCapacity, the function delegates to ZSTD_compress2() which is always blocking.
* - @return provides a minimum amount of data remaining to be flushed from internal buffers
* or an error code, which can be tested using ZSTD_isError().
* if @return != 0, flush is not fully completed, there is still some data left within internal buffers.
@@ -812,11 +820,11 @@ ZSTDLIB_API size_t ZSTD_compressStream2( ZSTD_CCtx* cctx,
typedef enum {
ZSTD_d_windowLogMax=100, /* Used to select a limit beyond which
ZSTD_d_windowLogMax=100, /* Select a size limit (in power of 2) beyond which
* the streaming API will refuse to allocate memory buffer
* in order to protect the host from unreasonable memory requirements.
* This parameter is only useful in streaming mode, as no internal buffer is allocated in single-pass mode.
* By default, a decompression context accepts all window sizes <= (1 << ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT) */
* This parameter is only useful in streaming mode, since no internal buffer is allocated in single-pass mode.
* By default, a decompression context accepts window sizes <= (1 << ZSTD_WINDOWLOG_LIMIT_DEFAULT) */
/* note : additional experimental parameters are also available
* within the experimental section of the API.
@@ -1197,8 +1205,9 @@ ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_DDict* ZSTD_createDDict_advanced(const void* dict, size_t dictS
/*! ZSTD_createCDict_byReference() :
* Create a digested dictionary for compression
* Dictionary content is simply referenced, and therefore stays in dictBuffer.
* It is important that dictBuffer outlives CDict, it must remain read accessible throughout the lifetime of CDict */
* Dictionary content is just referenced, not duplicated.
* As a consequence, `dictBuffer` **must** outlive CDict,
* and its content must remain unmodified throughout the lifetime of CDict. */
ZSTDLIB_API ZSTD_CDict* ZSTD_createCDict_byReference(const void* dictBuffer, size_t dictSize, int compressionLevel);
/*! ZSTD_getCParams() :