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AI at a glance
AI
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GIF at a glance
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Format comparison
| Feature | AI | GIF |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Vector | Image |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Supported |
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| Layer support | Supported | Not supported |
| Vector scaling | Supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use AI
- Your source file is already in AI.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to GIF.
- AI is commonly used in vector workflows.
When to use GIF
- Your target workflow expects GIF.
- Improve delivery compatibility with GIF.
- GIF is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert AI to GIF?
This conversion is usually chosen when GIF fits downstream image delivery better.
What changes when converting AI to GIF?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to GIF adds animation support. Moving to GIF removes layer support. Moving to GIF removes vector scaling.
What should I review after converting AI to GIF?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.