Meaning
In compressed video, a keyframe is a frame that can provide an independent decoding reference, under the codec's structure.
A practical example
Seeking near a particular position may require decoding from an earlier suitable reference frame rather than jumping directly to any displayed frame.
What to check
This meaning differs from an animation keyframe that sets a motion value. State which context is being discussed in an editing or delivery request.
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