piksels

Piksels is a term used within certain online communities, particularly those focused on digital art and graphic design, to refer to small, individual pixels that are intentionally highlighted or manipulated in a stylized way. It is not a formally recognized technical term in computer graphics or display technology. Instead, it represents a conceptual approach to image creation where the granular nature of a digital image is embraced as an aesthetic element.

The use of "piksels" often involves creating images with visible pixel grids, sometimes referred to as pixel art or retro graphics. However, the term "piksels" may also describe a deliberate artistic choice to emphasize the blockiness of an image, even if the resolution is higher. This can be achieved through various digital art techniques, such as downsampling, pixel sorting, or by applying specific filters and effects. The intention is typically to evoke a sense of nostalgia, a lo-fi aesthetic, or to create a unique visual texture. The term is informal and its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context of the community using it.