Use Video Instead of GIF

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Quick Reference

Element Code: PE-028

Issue: Large animated GIFs

Impact: Huge file sizes

Fix: Convert to video

Detection: Lighthouse

What Is This Issue?

Video compresses much better.

Why This Matters

GIFs can be 10x larger.

How to Fix

  1. Convert to MP4/WebM

Tools

  • Lighthouse: GIF detection

TL;DR

Replace large animated GIFs with video elements.

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