Lossless and Loyal (Usually)
This format uses DEFLATE compression to preserve image quality and supports alpha transparency—making it ideal for UI assets, but dangerous when exported with incorrect color settings or bit depths.
What is PNG?
This lossy format reduces file size by permanently discarding color data—efficient for photographs, but notorious for compression artifacts and total unsuitability for logos or text.
What is JPEG?
This scalable format uses XML to describe shapes and paths—but can also contain bloated code, embedded fonts, or raster images if exported incorrectly, defeating its original purpose.
What is SVG?
Often mistaken for a text format, this file can include images, vectors, and type—but may rasterize or flatten content unexpectedly when exported without proper settings.
What is PDF?
This next-gen format was developed by Google to deliver smaller files with alpha support and animation—but suffers from limited support in older browsers and inconsistent color handling across platforms.
What is WebP?