Animated GIF Maker

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Simple GIF Creator

Creating an animated GIF is easy with this user-friendly tool, you need no video editing experience and the tool is simple to use.

Create GIFs from Video

Use your own videos or images to create an animated GIF. Upload the file, then cut out the best moment or merge it with other visuals.

Online GIF Creator

Forget about downloading and installing applications. All you need to create an animated GIF from scratch or edit an existing one is your favorite browser.

Animated GIF creator

Animated GIFs are eye-catching due to their motion, can quickly grab the viewer’s attention, and stand out in a crowded online environment. This is one of the main reasons why they became so popular in many different areas of interest. Be it Internet meme culture, platforms for discussing hobbies, or work or school-related projects — you will surely see at least a few GIFs there.

With such popularity, the means to create GIFs are also increasing in number. From multi-purpose editors to dedicated online animated GIF makers — users have a ton of tools to make GIF images, memes, or banners for their purposes.

Are you also looking for such a tool? Try our free online editor! With it, you can easily create and edit animated GIFs right in your browser. Plus, it’s compatible with different devices and very simple to use!

How to make an animated GIF

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Upload files

Click "Get started", then add the necessary images and videos. You can upload them from your device, Google Photos, Google Drive, and Dropbox storage, or use the built-in stock library.

Step

Create your GIF

When files appear on the timeline, place them in the order you like and make sure the whole project is no longer than 30 seconds. You can also adjust each file settings, like speed, color, etc. If you want to add some text, click any preset from the "Text" tab, then customize font, color, size, etc.

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Save your GIF

Click "Export" at the top right and choose the "GIF" option. After the GIF is processed, you can watch the preview. If you like the result, click "Download" to save it to your device or cloud.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Can I include text captions in my GIFs?

Yes! With Animated GIF Maker, you can add custom captions, select fonts, colors, and position them as you like.

How do I make my GIF loop continuously?

Select the GIF format during export to create an endlessly repeating animation.

How do I remove specific segments from my animated GIF?

Split your GIF into parts and delete unwanted sections effortlessly.

Which file types can I convert into animated GIFs?

Our tool supports popular video formats like MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, plus image formats including JPG and PNG.

Can I change how fast my GIF plays?

Yes, simply drag our speed slider to slow down or speed up your animation from 0.25x to 4x.

How long should my animated GIF be?

Aim for 2 to 6 seconds to achieve optimal performance and smaller file sizes, though Clideo's tool can also make longer animations.

Is it possible to adjust my GIF's size or crop it?

Yes! Clideo's editor allows you to crop and adjust the aspect ratio for your animated GIF.

Do GIFs provide the same visual quality as videos?

Not quite — GIFs are heavily compressed and limited in color, which makes them look less sharp than full-quality videos.

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