Gif Blocker Block GIF images on HTML web pages
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The "GIF Blocker" extension prevents GIF images from loading if it is enabled. Blocking these images saves bandwidth and reduces the number of resources used by the page, as GIF images can be resource-intensive and can negatively impact browser performance. The user can request the loading of individual blocked images by right-clicking and selecting the option from the context menu. Additionally, the extension can block animated WebP images. It can also block video elements that may be used to loop videos as a substitute for GIFs. It is also possible to block CSS animations that may be used to achieve a similar effect as GIFs.

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  1. What is "GIF Blocker" extensions and how does it work?

    This extension adds an observer to your browser's network manager with an image filter installed. This filter blocks all images, including GIFs which are redirected to a local vector image that looks like a blue forbidden sign (see the screenshot as an example). By default, this prevents websites from loading animated images, but users can choose to load individual ones by right-clicking on them and selecting the option from the context menu. This extension speeds up page loading and reduces resource usage by blocking animated images, which are large and require constant rendering by the browser. It also has the option to block WebP images, as well as CSS animations and video elements that may be used to display animation on webpages instead of GIFs. You can improve the performance of your browser by blocking these elements.

  2. How can I load a blocked GIF image?

    To load a blocked GIF image, right-click on it and select the "Reload this image" option which is available on the context menu. When this option is selected, the forbidden icon will start to blink. Once the GIF image has finished loading, it will replace this icon.

  3. What's new in this version?

    Please check the Logs section.

  4. Can I disable the extension entirely for a while?

    If a GIF image is being used as the background of an element or is placed below another HTML element, there may not be a corresponding item on the context menu to reload the image. Alternatively, you may wish to temporarily allow all animated images to be loaded on a page. In either of these cases, you can disable the extension by clicking the toolbar button once. After refreshing the tab, GIF images will be loaded normally. Keep in mind that the toolbar button disables the entire extension. To re-enable it, click the button again. When the extension is disabled, the icon appears gray, and when it is enabled, the icon appears blue.

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    The "Gif Blocker" extension is a browser tool that prevents GIF and WebP images from being downloaded automatically, as well as blocking CSS animations and video elements from auto-playing video files. This extension is designed to improve page loading speed, reduce resource usage, and enhance the performance of your browser.

    To use the extension, install it on your browser and enable it. By default, GIF and WebP images will be blocked and replaced with a local vector image that looks like a blue forbidden sign. If you wish to load a specific image, you can do so by right-clicking on it and selecting the option to reload it from the context menu. This extension also has the option to block animated WebP images, as well as CSS animations and video elements that may be used to display animation on webpages instead of GIFs.

    One of the primary benefits of the "Gif Blocker" extension is its ability to save bandwidth. GIF images can be large and resource-intensive, and their constant rendering can negatively impact browser performance. By blocking these images, you can significantly improve page loading speed and reduce resource usage. Additionally, this extension can help to prevent animated images from causing distractions or slowing down your browsing experience.

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