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a guide to internet graphics and my blog
I'll try to make this entertaining, but we have a lot to cover!
Q: Sooo... What are blinkies? Or buttons?
A: Blinkies are a type of graphic that was popular 15+ years ago on personal blogs, often on a web host called Geocities.
Geocities no longer exists, but lovers of the indie/old web use other platforms, such as the new Neocities, to make their own old web-inspired blogs. They often decorate these with collectible graphics.
Q: You haven't really answered my question. What's the difference between all of these graphics?
A: Well, there are a lot of different kinds of graphics. For the sake of time, I'll only talk about the ones I post.
Blinkies are usually 150x20 pixels, but many creators like to improve their quality by making them 300x40, or even larger. There are also some oddly-sized blinkies, like this one:
However, most blinkies adhere to the standard dimensions. Most of them also have "blinking" borders, and usually feature text.
Let's talk about buttons. Buttons are, well, buttons. This button specifically is 88x31. This seemingly random size was the standard for Geocities users back in the day, who used these buttons as a portal/advertisement to their website, as well as a way to say pretty much whatever they wanted. Lot's of companies used them as well. Here are some examples:
Not all buttons share this standard dimension, though. Here are some other possibilities:
There are variations of these, too. Some buttons look pretty weird:
...and there are blinkies called "chain blinkies" that look like something else entirely:
Q: Ok, cool. What about stamps?
A: Stamps are a bit different. They're a slighter newer thing, and were made popular on Deviantart in the early 2010's. They are traditionally 99x56 pixels, and can be used to decorate any blog or website. Here are some examples:
as you can see, they can be made with a variety of borders.
I would love to continue, but I think this is enough for today. I'll have a part two up within a couple days! Stay tuned for explanations and examples of dividers, favicons, fanlistings, web etiquette, and more!
part two!
Part 1
Hi! Sorry this took so long (new job). Let's get right to it.
Q: What are dividers?
A: Dividers are any graphic that is used to divide two things, usually bodies of text. They are useful for breaking up blog posts and signalling the end of a topic. You might not have noticed, but many websites feature dividers of some kind. Bloggers, however, tend to be a bit extra about their dividers. Here are some good examples:
Q: Ok, cool. It probably wasn't necessary for you to put that many examples, but it does make it clear that dividers can be pretty much anything. Still, I think there are more graphics that you've posted. What about those tiny thingys?
A: You mean favicons? Yeah, let's talk about those.
Favicons are tiny images that represent a website or company. Any easy example is probably right in front of you, if you're on a laptop. Look at the Tumblr tab you have open; do you see the little "t" icon? That's a favicon. Favicons were originally 16x16 pixels. They can be animated.
That being said, lots of people use the term to refer to any small pixel art. These can also be called pixels.
Q: Wait. Why call pixel art a pixel? Aren't pixels single points on a screen?
A: Well, yes. And favicons are supposed to have very specific dimensions and uses, but here we are. "Pixels" can sometimes refer to tiny pixel art, usually between 16x16 and 32x32 pixels (I know, confusing) large. These pixels are often animated. I use favicons and pixels to refer to the same thing.
Q: Ok, I think I get it. But what are pixels used for? Are they essentially icons, or trademarks, like favicons?
A: Sometimes, but usually not. They are often used like bullet points in website directories or lists. I've also seen them used as emoticons, buttons, and decorations. Some people like to simply collect them.
Here are some examples of pixels/favicons:
Q: oOoOO. I like those. Is there anything else people collect?
A: Yep! Pretty much all graphics are collectible. That being said, some lack any use except to be displayed. Fanlisting buttons, for example.
Q: What are fanlistings?
A: Fanlistings were a way for fans to connect online before social media really took off. They were basically online bulletins listing contact info of the fanbases members so that you could connect with like-minded people. They aren't much of a thing now, but they do exist. People who love Spacehey and Neocities are likely to use them. You can register for some and take a button to put on your blog to let others know you're part of that fandom. It also links to the fanlisting itself for others to join. Here are some fanlisting buttons (I haven't joined any):
They are usually 50x50, but don't have to be: they can even be other graphics, like 88x31 buttons! Some other common dimensions are 75x50, 100x35, and 100x50.
In part three, we'll finish up with a couple odd graphics, some interesting old websites, and useful posting tips.
Matching Reputation gif headers + Taylor Icons, made by me!🤭😁
like or reblog, if you use🥺✨️
+ two Chrissy icons e a Valley of the Dolls and Sofia Carson matching set (which had a very short life in this household);
webcore stamps
aka stamps that actually look good on a website
scene blinkies
ok so I wanted to post some scene kid type stuff but I'm not an expert so these might only loosely connect with scene. I'm not including music ones because I'm currently working on posting all of my music blinkies.
domo blinkie by @copprtone
Sparkle Dividers ♡
Please reblog if you use | masterlist | coffee? ☕️
burning text gif maker
heart locket gif maker
minecraft advancement maker
minecraft logo font text generator w/assorted textures and pride flags
windows error message maker (win1.0-win11)
FromSoftware image macro generator (elden ring Noun Verbed text)
image to 3d effect gif
vaporwave image generator
microsoft wordart maker (REALLY annoying to use on mobile)
you're welcome
BAHAHAHAHAH OMFG HELP.
your always yapping everywhere. its so annoying lol
oh mate, that sucks. anyways, heres some free to use COD dividers if anyone wants them.
only black for now but if you want any other colours, or have requests, just shoot it into my inbox <3 feel free to tag me if you use em. peace, luv, don't be a shit to your creators :)
Stop— because that skeletons one DOES go pretty hard, omg the little ghosties are so cute😭
like or reblog 🧡
yet another fishy fish post
because I found more
dividers by @animatedglittergraphics-n-more
last four blinkies by @graphic--horde
i saw the bodies blinkie by @demon-dance-club
squid blinkie by @transbro
fish dividers
fish blinkies
fish stamps
fish pixels
more and more fish posts