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Every pricing page should have GIFs (tdinh.notion.site)

406 points by trungdq88 · 1759 days ago · 215 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses the use of GIFs on pricing pages, but the content is not available. However, based on the comments, it appears that the article suggests using GIFs to provide a quick rundown of features and pricing. The use of GIFs is debated in the comments, with some arguing for their effectiveness and others suggesting alternative formats like video. The discussion also touches on accessibility and performance considerations.

Main themes

  • GIFs vs video
  • accessibility
  • performance
  • format choice
  • user experience
  • disability considerations

What commenters say

  • GIFs can be an effective way to provide a quick visual summary of features and pricing, but may not be suitable for users with disabilities.
  • Alternative formats like video may be more efficient and effective than GIFs.
  • The use of GIFs or other formats should prioritize accessibility and consider the needs of users with disabilities.
  • GIFs can be more bandwidth-efficient than video for certain types of content, such as screen recordings.
  • The choice of format should depend on the specific use case and the needs of the target audience.
  • Some argue that GIFs are outdated and should be replaced with more modern formats like video.
  • Others argue that GIFs can still be a useful tool for providing a quick visual summary, as long as they are used thoughtfully and with consideration for accessibility.