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AVIF

A next-generation image format offering better compression than WebP, based on the AV1 video codec.

What is AVIF?

AVIF (AV1 Image File Format) is a modern image format based on the AV1 video codec. It offers 20-30% better compression than WebP but has slower encoding and less browser support.

Key Takeaways

1.AVIF is important for website performance and SEO.
2.You can measure it using tools like BulkAudit and Google Lighthouse.
3.Improving this metric can lead to better user experience and search rankings.

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