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Diffusion models are saved in various file types and organized in different layouts. Diffusers stores model weights as safetensors files in *Diffusers-multifolder* layout and it also supports loading files (like safetensors and ckpt files) from a *single-file* layout which is commonly used in the diffusion ecosystem.  
Each layout has its own benefits and use cases, and this guide will show you how to load the different files and layouts, and how to convert them.