What is the difference between .big and .gif?
- Extension
- .big
- .gif
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- GIS
- Raster Image
- Developer
- Michelin
- CompuServe
- Description
- The Cartes Michelin BIG file type is associated with Michelin's digital maps and guides, primarily used for navigation and travel planning. These files contain detailed mapping information, including roads, landmarks, and points of interest, specifically designed for tourists and travelers. They are optimized for use with Michelin's dedicated navigation devices or software, enabling users to plan routes and explore regions with accuracy. The BIG file format allows for the integration of comprehensive geographical data, ensuring a reliable and enriched travel experience.
- A GIF file is an image file often used for web graphics. It may contain up to 256 indexed colors with a color palette that may be a predefined set of colors or may be adapted to the colors in the image. GIF files are saved in a lossless format, meaning the clarity of the image is not compromised with GIF compression.
- MIME Type
- application/vnd.rim.cod
- image/gif
- Sample
- sample.gif
- Wikipedia
- .big on Wikipedia
- .gif on Wikipedia