Guide
Turn MP4 clips into shareable GIFs without installing software.
GIFs are ideal for short, looping moments that need to be shared quickly. They load in chat tools, help docs, and tickets without a video player, which makes them great for small demos or bug reports.
MP4 remains the best option for longer content and anything with audio, but a GIF is a fast way to show a highlight. Use GIFs for short clips and keep the file size small to avoid slow loading.
Think of a GIF as a visual snippet. It works best when the viewer only needs a quick visual cue, not a full video experience.
The best GIFs focus on one moment. If your MP4 is long, trim it first to isolate the key section and then convert the trimmed output. This keeps the GIF focused and reduces file size.
If you are not sure which moment to pick, start with a 2 to 6 second range and adjust based on clarity. Short clips are easier to view and load faster in documentation.
Look for clean starts and stops. A quick motion that begins mid-action can feel jarring when it loops.
GIF size depends on duration, dimensions, and motion complexity. Reducing width and height is the most effective way to shrink a GIF. For a clean look, start with a higher quality source and downscale.
If a GIF feels too heavy, reduce the output width first. A smaller width often cuts file size dramatically without losing the core message.
The converter lets you set width and height. Use even numbers and keep the aspect ratio consistent to avoid distortion.
GIFs are limited to 256 colors, so busy scenes can look noisy. Clean UI recordings, slides, or simple motion tend to look best.
If the source has a lot of movement, focus on one portion of the screen or trim to a calmer segment. This helps the loop feel smooth and keeps details sharp.
If the GIF looks choppy, reduce the resolution or trim the clip shorter. Large frame counts and heavy motion are the most common causes.
If the GIF is rotated or upside down, re-encode the source MP4 to a standard H.264 MP4 and try again. This usually fixes orientation metadata issues.
If you need many GIFs, the API supports the same conversion flow. Submit an MP4 URL with out_format=gif and track the job until it completes. This is ideal for product pipelines or large content libraries.
Use the job ID to check status and collect the output URL when processing finishes. You can store the output in your own storage or deliver it to users.
GIFs do not include audio and are best for short loops. If your clip is longer, needs sound, or requires high quality, keep it as MP4.
A quick rule: if it is longer than a few seconds or you need crisp detail, share MP4 and only use GIFs for quick previews.
Turn MP4 clips into lightweight GIFs for demos, memes, and product walkthroughs.
Use POST /video/convert with out_format=gif and track jobs with /jobs/:id.
