# APNG

Concept · [Technical basics](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/technical)

Also called: animated PNG, animated png

Animated PNG. An image format for short animations that, unlike a GIF, supports smooth see-through edges.

**For example:** A designer exports a spinning badge as an APNG so it looks crisp on any background.

## Connects to (3)

- [WebM](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/webm): An open video file format made for the web.
- [HTML](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/html): HyperText Markup Language.
- [Front end](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/front-end): The part of an app or website that people see and tap, running in their browser or on their phone.

Map view: https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/apng