Pivot Stickfigure Animation
The PIV files store animations efficiently, requiring less space than animated GIFs. The Pivot Stickfigure Animation file format and Stickfigure Animator program were developed by Pivot. Reading or ch...
General Information
| Title | PIV File Extension |
| Extension | .piv |
| Full Form | Pivot Stickfigure Animation |
| File Type | Animation File |
| Developer | Peter Bone |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store animation |
| Additional Functions | Edit frames, Save progress |
| Features | Frame-by-frame animation, Stick figures |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on design |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Amateur Animation | Yes |
| Educational Purposes | Yes |
| Simple Storytelling | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2004 |
| Latest Version | Pivot Animator 4.2.8 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .stk, .gif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Pivot Animator |
Free | Windows |