Knowra Webcomic Webcomic A comic published primarily on the internet, often released in installments through a website or digital platform. Its format can use scrolling, animation, sound, or other features beyond print pages.
Comics : A medium that conveys stories or information through sequences of images, often combined with text. Webcomics belong to this broader medium, retaining sequential visual storytelling in digital form.
Webtoon : A digital comic format associated with vertically scrolling episodes, especially on mobile devices. Its continuous vertical layout is a prominent format developed for online comics.
Internet art : Art made for, or substantially shaped by, the internet as a medium. Early webcomics emerged alongside online art practices that treated the network as a publishing space.
Homestuck : An episodic webcomic by Andrew Hussie combining comics, animation, chat logs, and interactive elements. It shows how web-native features can become part of a comic's storytelling.
Self-publishing : Publication of a work by its creator, without a traditional publishing house controlling the process. Websites let comic artists release work independently and retain control over updates.
Comic strip : A short sequence of comic panels, traditionally published in newspapers or magazines. Many webcomics adapt the strip's compact installment format for online publication.
Infinite canvas : A digital-comics layout that treats the page as an effectively unbounded space rather than a fixed sheet. It lets webcomic artists control spatial pacing beyond conventional page boundaries.
Web 1.0 : The early, largely static phase of the World Wide Web, before interactive platforms became widespread. Early webcomics depended on simple websites and direct links characteristic of this period.
xkcd : A webcomic by Randall Munroe featuring minimalist drawings and humor about science, language, and culture. Its recurring publication and searchable archive demonstrate the reach of a simple webcomic format.
Creator economy : An economic system in which independent creators earn income from audiences and digital platforms. Webcomics helped establish direct audience support as a route to creative income.
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