The GIF file specification originated with the CompuServe online service. Its indexed-color format restricts it to a maximum of 256 shades, which limits its usefulness in reproducing continuous-tone ...

The number of bits used to hold a screen pixel. Also called "pixel depth" and "bit depth," the color depth is the maximum number of colors that can be displayed. True Color (24-bit color) is required ...

A matrix of color data that is searched in order to change a source set of colors to a destination set. Color lookup tables (CLUTs) are found in graphics cards (display adapters) in order to translate ...

Adobe Photoshop has always included the ability to open and edit static GIF files, and to create GIF animations, allowing you to design ads for your business or graphics for your company's website.