Convert an MP4 Video to a GIF
A short GIF is an easy way to show a quick motion, a product detail, or a step in a tutorial. Video to GIF converts MP4, WEBM, and MOV files right in your browser, so the video is never uploaded.
Start with three numbers
For most uses, a width of 320, 10 frames per second, and a clip of about 3 seconds works well. When we converted the 3-second sample video with those settings, the GIF was 320 x 180, 32 frames, and 171KB. Real camera footage has more detail, so expect larger files.
How to make the GIF
You can add up to 10 videos and convert them with the same settings.
- Click "Add videos (up to 10)" and pick MP4, WEBM, or MOV files.
- Set the start and end seconds, or play the video and use the buttons to set the current position as the start or end.
- Choose Frames per second: 5, 10, 15, or 20.
- Choose a width of 240, 320, 480, or 640, a Playback speed of 0.5x, 1x, or 2x, and Colors of 256, 128, or 64.
- Choose Loop forever or Once, convert, then save each GIF or all of them as a ZIP.
- Use the same width and frame rate for a set of GIFs so they look consistent side by side.
- Try the sample video first to see how each setting changes the result.
Making the file smaller
GIF size grows with length, width, and frame rate. Keep the clip short, use a width of 320 or less, and use 10 frames per second or fewer. Lowering Colors to 64 makes the file lighter but can make gradients look banded. A single GIF can have up to 400 frames.
2x speed is a neat trick for longer actions: you show the whole motion in half the frames.
Things to know
GIFs have no sound, so the audio is dropped. If the sound matters, share the video instead. Use Once for step-by-step demos and Loop forever for mood or product shots.
If you need several moments from one long video, the Video Clips to GIF tool lets you mark multiple ranges and make a GIF of each.
Private conversion
The video is read and converted inside your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
Frequently asked questions
Which formats work?
MP4, WEBM, and MOV.
Does the GIF have sound?
No. The GIF format cannot hold audio.
Is my video uploaded?
No. It is converted on your device.
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