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File Format: A method of encoding information into a file. Graphics or image files can be saved in many formats, including GIF, TIFF and JPEG. However, only digital photos formated as JPEG files can be uploaded to Shutterfly.

Filters (Optical): Various glass or acetate covers that can be placed over the lens of your digital camera to create special effects on the final digital photo.

Filters (Software): A software module that is designed to manipulate digital images or prints, either to imitate the effect of an optical filter or to sharpen, soften or otherwise transform the final image.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol): FTP is the main protocol for sending files through the Internet.

Flashcard: A flashcard is a commonly used type of memory card for digital cameras, a flashcard stores the images as they are taken by your digital camera. CompactFlash and SmartMedia are the two most commonly used types of flashcards.

Flash memory: Flash memory is a special kind of memory chip that can be erased and programmed, and retains information after the system has shut down. Flash memory in digital cameras allows them to retain images even after the batteries die.

Focus Adjusting the distance between the lens and an image to help improve the quality and sharpness of a digital image.

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