What is the term used to describe the different levels of image files?
A) effect
B) leyer
C) filter
D) action
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10 Types of Image File Extensions and When to Use Them
Jessie-Lee Nichols
Written by Jessie-Lee Nichols
@jhyphenl
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Have you ever wondered when you should use a JPG instead of a PNG? Or maybe you're just trying to figure out which program opens an INDD.
Unless you're a graphic designer by training (like me), chances are you've never needed to understand things like what separates a TIF from a PDF or a PSD. While the large variety of image formats may seem overwhelming, there is a method to the madness.
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We've put together a useful outline to help you understand the difference between each file format, and when they are appropriate to use.
Vector vs. Raster
First things first: What is the difference between vector and raster?
Rastor Image Files
Raster images are constructed by a series of pixels, or individual blocks, to form an image. JPEG, GIF, and PNG are all raster image extensions. Every photo you find online or in print is a raster image. Pixels have a defined proportion based on their resolution (high or low), and when the pixels are stretched to fill space they were not originally intended to fit, they become distorted, resulting in blurry or unclear images.
In order to retain pixel quality, you cannot resize raster images without compromising their resolution. As a result, it is important to remember to save raster files at the exact dimensions needed for the application.