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# Gemini Project Context: libyuv Row Functions
This file provides context for the core row-processing architecture of libyuv. Use these guidelines when refactoring, reviewing, or generating code within the `row_*.cc` files.
## Architectural Overview
Libyuv uses a dispatch system where high-level conversion functions call optimized "Row" functions. These functions are categorized by SIMD architecture and compiler compatibility.
## Source File Map
### x86 Architectures (32-bit and 64-bit)
* **row_gcc.cc**: **Master copy.** Contains inline assembly in GCC syntax for GCC and Clang. Supports SSE, AVX, and AVX512. AVX512 implementations are strictly for 64-bit targets.
* **row_win.cc**: Derivative of `row_gcc.cc`. Contains C++ intrinsics specifically for Visual C++ (MSVC). Can be tested with Clang using `-DLIBYUV_ENABLE_ROWWIN`.
* **Note**: Use either `row_gcc` or `row_win`, never both.
### ARM Architectures
* **row_neon.cc**: 32-bit ARM. Written entirely in inline assembly for GCC/Clang.
* **row_neon64.cc**: 64-bit ARM (AArch64). Written entirely in inline assembly for GCC/Clang.
* **row_sve.cc**: ARMv9 Scalable Vector Extensions (SVE).
* **row_sme.cc**: ARMv9 Scalable Matrix Extension (SME) and Streaming SVE (SSVE).
### Other Architectures
* **row_rvv.cc**: RISC-V Vector (RVV). Implemented using intrinsics. Optimized for SiFive X280.
* **row_lsx.cc / row_lasx.cc**: Loongarch MIPS-like extensions.
### Utility and Fallbacks
* **row_common.cc**: Portable C/C++ versions. This is the reference implementation.
* **row_any.cc**: Handles "remainder" pixels for widths not multiples of SIMD register size. Used for x86, NEON, and MIPS. Not required for SVE, SME, or RVV due to hardware-level masking.
## Coding Guidelines
1. **Maintain Parity**: When modifying `row_common.cc`, update corresponding optimizations. `row_gcc.cc` is the master; `row_win.cc` should be updated to match.
2. **Assembly Safety**: Ensure inline assembly in `row_gcc.cc` correctly preserves registers according to the ABI.
3. **AVX512 Logic**: AVX512 row functions are strictly enabled for **64-bit x86 only**.
4. **Feature Macros**: Use the `HAS_` macros in `include/libyuv/row.h` to enable or disable specific AVX512 versions.
## Changelist (CL) & Commit Guidelines
When generating descriptions, follow the Chromium/Google standard format. Wrap commit message text at 72 characters
### Format Example:
\[libyuv] Optimized ARGBToRGB24 for AVX2
Detailed technical explanation of the change. Describe the SIMD
optimization logic and any platform-specific constraints. Mention
if this impacts specific row files like row_gcc.cc.
Test: libyuv_unittest --gunit_filter=*ARGBToRGB24*
Bug: libyuv:12345, b/67890