GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is an animated file that consists of multiple image frames bundled into a single file. It was first released in 1987, around 33 years ago.
You must have probably noticed that GIF files are still commonly used across social media platforms, web pages to deliver quick humors, memes, ideas, or messages. Most often, they’re integrated into messaging apps, much like emojis. GIF files are very popular because they don’t buffer, take minimal storage space, and quickly upload on the Internet. In contrast, video files usually occupy a significant portion of your storage and take longer time to buffer.
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While GIFs serve their purpose, they are video-only files. They do not hold any audio. They hold up to 256 colors only. There are other limitations as well.