.gif — Graphics Interchange Format
CompuServe · 1987
Qu'est-ce qu'un fichier .gif ?
GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is a bitmap image format famous for its support of animations and transparency. Created by CompuServe in 1987, GIF uses lossless LZW compression but is limited to 256 colors per frame. This makes it ideal for simple animations, icons, and graphics with flat colors, but poor for photographs. GIF animations have become a cultural phenomenon on social media, messaging apps, and meme culture.
Programmes qui ouvrent les fichiers .gif
| Plateforme | Programme | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Windows Photos | Gratuit | |
| Adobe Photoshop | Payant | ||
| GIMP | Gratuit | ||
| macOS | Preview | Gratuit | |
| Adobe Photoshop | Payant |
Problèmes courants avec les fichiers .gif
Questions fréquemment posées
.gif files can be opened with several programs. Windows Photos is one of the most popular choices.
Generally yes, .gif files are safe to open with appropriate software.
Yes, there are many online and offline tools available to convert .gif files. Check the conversion section above for specific methods.
Détails techniques
Graphics Interchange Format files use the image/gif MIME type and were first introduced in 1987 by CompuServe. The file can be identified by its signature: 47 49 46 38 (GIF8).