databent
Databent refers to the intentional corruption or alteration of digital data for artistic or experimental purposes. This process involves manipulating binary code, file structures, or audio and video streams in ways that are not part of the original design or intended use of the data. The resulting output can be visually or aurally distorted, abstract, or entirely unpredictable, often creating unique and emergent aesthetic qualities.
The practice of databending draws inspiration from early forms of glitch art and experimental media. Tools
Databending is distinct from accidental data corruption, which is typically considered an error to be fixed.