framesequential

Framesequential is a method of displaying animation or video where each distinct frame of the animation is presented one after another in strict sequence. This is the fundamental principle behind how traditional film and digital video work. Each still image, or frame, is shown for a brief duration, and the rapid succession of these frames creates the illusion of motion. The human eye perceives these discrete images as a continuous flow due to a phenomenon known as persistence of vision.

In digital video, frames are typically captured and displayed at a specific frame rate, measured in frames per second (fps). Common frame rates include 24 fps for film, 25 fps for PAL television systems, 29.97 fps for NTSC television systems, and 60 fps or higher for smoother motion in modern video games and high-definition content. The higher the frame rate, the more individual frames are displayed per second, resulting in a smoother and more lifelike animation.

Framesequential display is crucial for accurately representing movement and preventing visual artifacts like judder or stuttering, which can occur when frames are dropped, duplicated, or not displayed in their intended order. The integrity of the framesequential order is paramount to the perceived quality of the animated or video content.