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PNG
Portable Network Graphics
PNG is a lossless image format that supports transparency and is ideal for graphics, logos, and images requiring sharp lines.
Technical Specifications
- Extensions:
- .png
- MIME Type:
- image/png
- Compression:
- Lossless
- Transparency:
- Full support (alpha channel)
- Animation:
- Not supported (APNG exists)
- Year Created:
- 1996
Advantages
- ✓ Lossless compression
- ✓ Transparency support
- ✓ Excellent for graphics and text
- ✓ No quality loss with repeated saving
Disadvantages
- ✗ Large file sizes for photographs
- ✗ No animation support (standard PNG)
- ✗ Less efficient compression for complex images
When to Use
- Logos and icons
- Images with transparency
- Screenshots and diagrams
- Images with text
When Not to Use
- Photographs (use JPEG)
- When file size is critical
- Animated images (use WebP)
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