"Thumbnails" refer to small preview images or icons of files or images displayed in a list or gallery. These miniature previews allow users to quickly get a visual impression of the content of the files without having to open them in full size. Thumbnails are commonly used in file explorers, image galleries, online shops, or other applications to facilitate navigation and selection of content.
Typical functions of software in the "Thumbnails" domain include:
Automatic generation: The software automatically generates thumbnails for files or images to display a preview of the contents.
Customizable size and resolution: The ability to adjust the size and resolution of thumbnails to fit the display area or meet user requirements.
Interactive preview: The capability to interactively zoom in or out on thumbnails to examine details more closely.
Sorting and grouping: The software allows users to sort or group thumbnails by various criteria such as file name, date, or type.
File information: Displaying additional information or metadata about the files alongside the thumbnails to provide users with further contextual information.
File management functions: The ability to open, copy, move, or delete files directly from the thumbnails to simplify file management.
Customizable display: The software offers various display options for thumbnails such as a list, grid view, or thumbnail preview with details.
Fast loading and caching: Thumbnails are loaded quickly and cached to enable smooth and efficient navigation through the files.