Dev Tools · 3h ago
Handsum: A New Image Format for Low-Quality Placeholders
Handsum is a new image file format designed for low-quality image placeholders (LQIP). It offers smaller file sizes than JPEG or PNG for blurry previews, aiming to improve web performance. The format is open-source and targets developers building faster-loading websites.
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While niche, Handsum could become a useful tool for web developers optimizing initial page load, but its adoption depends on browser and tooling support.
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