GIF Maker from Video

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.

Convert video to GIF

GIFs make hilarious memes and emojis. Making animated GIFs from a video can take several moments when the right tool is used. Clideo’s ultimate all-in-one editor can act as your handy video-to-GIF converter. Before saving the output, you can also change the visual: combine it with other recordings, GIFs, and photos, add captions, or edit in many other ways.

Unlike offline software, our tool works in a browser, so it’s compatible with all operating systems and device types: iPhones, smartphones, PCs, etc. The editor works online, so you do not need to install anything on your device’s hard drive.

The tool is intuitively comprehensive, so you can master it in no time without lengthy manuals.

How to make a GIF from a video

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Step

Upload a video file

Hit the "Get started" button to open the editing pane. Then upload your video from your device, Google Drive, Google Photos, or Dropbox, or pick it up from our free stock library. You can also use still pictures.

Step

Turn your video into GIF

Edit your visual if you need to: set its aspect ratio in the "Canvas" tab, and change its orientation, speed, and color scheme. If you use still images, set their duration with the help of yellow handles. Don't forget to choose a caption style in the "Text" tab.

Step

Save video as GIF

Make sure your project doesn't exceed 30 seconds. Then click the "Export" button and select "GIF". When the processing is over, save your GIF to your device or cloud storage account.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Can I add captions in my GIFs?

Yes! With the Video to GIF Converter, you can add personalized captions, select fonts, colors, and adjust their placement.

How can I ensure my GIF plays on repeat?

Choose GIF format in Clideo's export options to enable continuous looping.

How do I cut specific parts from my GIF?

Split your GIF into parts and delete those you don't need.

Which video and image formats does Clideo support for GIF creation?

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

Can I control how fast my GIF plays?

Yes, simply use our speed slider to adjust playback from 0.25x to 4x for perfect timing.

What is the ideal length for my GIF file?

2-6 seconds are best for performance and smaller files, but Clideo handles longer GIFs too.

Can I modify the size or crop my GIF?

Yes! Clideo's built-in editing features allow you to crop and resize the file during the creation process.

What’s the difference in quality between GIFs and videos?

Videos typically have higher resolution and color range, while GIFs are optimized for smaller size with less detail.

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