What is Lottie?
The short answer
Lottie is a format for lightweight vector animations exported from design tools and played in the browser, often used for icons and illustrations.
Lottie, explained
Lottie files are small compared with video and stay sharp at any size, though complex ones can be heavy to play on low-end phones.
Questions people ask about Lottie
What is Lottie?
Lottie is a format for lightweight vector animations exported from design tools and played in the browser, often used for icons and illustrations.
Related terms
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