Tag: Images
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PNG vs. GIF vs. JPEG vs. SVG – When best to use?
While we are working on images in our projects I ran across this from StackOverflow QUESTION When should certain image filetypes be used when building websites or interfaces, etc? What are their points of strength and weakness? I know that PNG & GIF are lossless, while JPEG is lossy.But what is the main difference between…
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When Do I Use a JPEG, GIF, or PNG?
The graphic comes from Who Is Hosting This and is meant to help us choose the right file type when saving an image. JPEG’s ability to reduce file size up to 15% without losing quality makes it useful for web pages (faster uploads and less storage space usage)—especially for colorful photos. GIF files alows for…
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Can I Use That Picture?
Editor’s note: This chart has been designed to clarify the complexities of copyright laws for the basic and regular use of images in general publications and for personal use. However, this chart, in its simplicity, cannot and does not cover all the complex nuances of copyright laws. Those who use this chart are encouraged to…