What Does GIF Stand For?
GIF stands for Graphic Image Format
GIF, short for Graphic Image Format, is a bitmap image format widely used for its ability to support animations and a limited color palette of up to 256 colors. Developed in the late 1980s, GIF images are commonly utilized on the web for simple graphics, logos, and short animations, making them popular for conveying information in a visually engaging manner. The format employs lossless compression, which ensures that image quality is maintained during storage and transmission.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym