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GIF stands for "Graphics Interchange Format." It is a popular bitmap image format used for animated and static images on the web. GIFs are widely used due to their support for animation and transparency while maintaining small file sizes.

Key Features of GIFs:
✔ Supports Animation – Multiple images (frames) can be combined to create short animations.
✔ Lossless Compression – Maintains image quality while reducing file size.
✔ Supports Transparency – Allows background transparency in images.
✔ Limited Colors – Uses a 256-color palette (8-bit), making it less suitable for high-quality photos.

Common Uses of GIFs:
Animated memes and reactions on social media.
Website design for banners and icons.
Simple animations in digital content.
GIFs remain a widely used format for expressive digital content and lightweight web animations.