Presentation on File Extensions .ppppptx
- 2. Agenda 1. What is a GIF File? 2. Advantages of GIF Files 3. Disadvantages of Other File Extensions: -TIFF File Extension - PDF File Extension - PNG File Extension - JPEG File Extension - PSD File Extension 2
- 3. 3 What is a GIF? GIFs which stands for Graphics Interchange Format, are picture files that contain short animations. Brief animations can be seen in image files called GIFs. GIFs, which are primarily used to create simple, repeating animations, are frequently used for sharing compact video clips on the web or to add motion to images and text. GIFs are frequently used to share humorous or interesting information on social media platforms and throughout the internet since they may be created from a series of still images or from video footage.
- 4. 4 Advantages of the GIF File Extension 1. Small file size One of the primary benefits of using animated GIFs is its minimal file size when compared to other files types. Furthermore, this can be useful when loading photographs online because they can load faster without sacrificing quality. 2. Images with a professional appearance Animated GIFs can also support transparent backgrounds. This will also help to give a more professional appearance to a website that entails an animation on a different background. 3. Improves message conveyance Animated GIFs may convey any notion considerably more effective than static images. They can represent movements and feelings that a standard image cannot. This is especially useful for creating tutorial animations to enhance the user experience. Take note that cartoons can readily entertain younger audiences, making them desire to pay attention to details.
- 5. 5 Disadvantages of Other File Extensions
- 6. 6 TIFF (Tag Image File Format) File Extension A TIFF is a computer file that stores raster graphics and image information. TIFFs, which are popular among photographers are a convenient option to keep high- quality photographs before processing if you wish to avoid lossy file formats. Disadvantages of the TIFF File Extension: 1. TIFFs are quite large files due to their detail and resolution. They can take up valuable disk space. 2. Because of their size, they are difficult to share or transmit to contacts or clients. 3. Detailed photos might slow down a website’s loading speeding. They are a poor choice for website design. Lighter file formats, such as JPEG, may be more appropriate for internet photographs.
- 7. 7 PDF (Portable Document Format) Files This file format is used when someone needs to save files that cannot be modified but still need to be easily shared and printed. Disadvantages of the PDF File Extension: 1. The files are difficult to edit. You would need to use a platform such as Adobe Acrobat and other costly PDF editing softwares to acquire the ‘editing’ function. This is a great disadvantage of the PDF as it doesn’t allow for corrections to be made easily. 2. They do not support synchronous working, unlike with Google docs where it is possible for multiple users to work on one document simultaneously. A PDF has to be updated in real time so everyone can view the current version. This can make it difficult for team members to effectively collaborate. 3. A PDF is essentially an image of your original document, making it difficult to extract images or texts from PDF files. Additionally, if your PDF is a scan of your original document, it can also be difficult to convert it back to a document which can be edited.
- 8. 8 PNG (Portable Network Graphic) Files A PNG is a type of raster image file. It's particularly popular file type with web designers because it can handle graphics with transparent or semi-transparent backgrounds. Disadvantages of the PNG File Extension: 1. TIFFs are quite large files due to their detail and resolution. They can take up valuable disk space. 2. Because of their size, they are difficult to share or transmit to contacts or clients. 3. Detailed photos might slow down a website’s loading speeding. They are a poor choice for website design. Lighter file formats, such as JPEG, may be more appropriate for internet photographs.
- 9. 9 JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) Files A JPEG is a type of image format that is saved using the method of lossy compression. The output image, as result of compression, is a trade-off between storage size and image quality. Users can adjust the compression level to achieve the desired quality level while at the same time reduce the storage size. Image quality is negligibly affected if 10:1 compression is applied to the image. The higher the compression value, the higher the degradation in image quality.. Disadvantages of the JPEG File Extension: 1. JPEG does not support animations. If you need to create an animated image, you will need to use a different file format like GIF 2. When heavily compressed, JPEG images may lose fine details and sharpness which can be particularly noticeable in images with text or complex patterns. 3. JPEG does not support transparent backgrounds which can be a disadvantage when you need images with transparent or semi-transparent areas.
- 10. 10 PSD (Photoshop Document) File Extension The .PSD as a file extension tells us that it is an Adobe Photoshop file. It is its default format to save data and is proprietary to Adobe. Usually, these files contain just one image, but they are can be used for more than just storing an image file. These extensions support multiple images, objects, text, filters, layers, vector paths, transparency, shapes, and much more. Disadvantages of the PSD File Extension: 1. PSD files tend to be extremely large, since these lossless images use no compression. This preserves all image information, but can make the file itself unwieldy and difficult to email or transfer 2. The PSD format is a proprietary Adobe file format. The company does not release its specifications to the general public. PSD support is often inconsistent outside of Adobe’s products 3. Very few other programmes will understand open or import PSD files.
- 11. 11 EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) File Extension EPS is a vector file format often required for professional and high-quality image printing. PostScript printers and image setters typically use EPS to produce vast detailed images such as billboard advertising, large posters and attention-grabbing marketing collateral. Disadvantages of the EPS File Extension: 1. It requires specialist software to be opened and edited. 2. When these files are saved, they usually cannot be modified. To make changes, it has to be converted to its original design file. 3. It’s not suitable for a fast-paced work environment.
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- 13. Thank You 13 Group Members: • Asheka Quallo • Adrian Whyte • Abbligale Reid • Roshaine Wilson