Entity: GIFS
GIFs, short for Graphics Interchange Format, are computer files used for the compression and storage of visual digital information. They can be static images or short animated clips, often used in social media and messaging platforms for reactions and expressions.
GIFs
Etymology
The term GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format, a file format developed in 1987 by Steve Wilhite.
Definition
GIFs are computer files used for the compression and storage of visual digital information. They can be static images or short animated clips.
Historical Context
GIFs rose to popularity as a way to react on social media without words. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter support animated GIFs.
Cultural Significance
GIFs are widely used in online communication to express emotions, reactions, and humor in a concise and visually engaging manner.
Related Concepts
Other file formats for images and animations include JPEG, PNG, and SVG.
See Also
A file format that supports both static and animated images, commonly used for reactions and expressions on social media and messaging platforms.