Convert an MP4 clip to a GIF
Drop an MP4, trim the moment you want and download the GIF.
- Runs on your device
- No sign-up
- Works offline after a visit
MB here is 1,000,000 bytes.
Settings
Changing a setting turns off Fit automatically.
This page opens the video to GIF maker. Choose the start and end of the clip, then the width and frames per second; the tool can also lower those settings until the GIF fits a size you set, since chat apps and forums often limit uploads.
A GIF holds at most 256 colours per frame and no sound, so short, simple clips work best. For a single still from the video, extract frames saves full-quality images instead.
How to make a small GIF from a video
- Drop a video, or a GIF you want smaller, onto the box.
- Set the start and end, then pick the size limit. Fit automatically does the rest.
- Download the GIF. Open Settings to choose the width, frame rate or colours yourself.
Questions
Why is my GIF so much bigger than the MP4?
MP4 compresses motion between frames very efficiently; GIF stores far more of every frame. Make the clip shorter, the width smaller or the frame rate lower to cut the size.
Does it work with MOV or WebM too?
Yes, any video your browser can play. iPhone MOV files usually work in Safari and Chrome.
Why is a GIF so big?
A GIF stores every frame, and each frame holds at most 256 colours. Fewer frames, a smaller width, fewer colours and turning dithering off all make the file smaller.
Is my video uploaded?
No. Frames are read from the video and encoded in your browser, so the file never leaves your device.
Can I make a big GIF smaller?
Yes. Drop the GIF and choose a smaller size. Its frames are encoded again at a lower width, frame rate or colour count.
Will the GIF land exactly on the limit?
It lands just under it. The size is estimated from sample frames and the real file is checked, trying up to four settings. MB here means 1,000,000 bytes.
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