What is a GIF file?
| File extension | .gif |
|---|---|
| Category | Image file formats |
| Developed by | CompuServe |
| Mime type | image/gif |
Format description
GIF is a widely used image format which supports displaying animations. Its name is synonymous with short, silent, looping videos. However, due to limitations in the design of the GIF format, the animations cannot be very long or have lots of colors, without the file size becoming extremely large.Optimize GIF Size
To make GIFs smaller in size without reducing quality, you can convert it to a newer, more efficient image format like WebP – which also supports looping animations. Alternatively, you can convert the GIF to a video.Animated GIF Maker
MConverter lets you create GIF animations from videos. The resolution and frame rate of the original video will be kept, so you can make smooth 60fps GIFs. For greater compatibility, the maximum duration of the created GIF animation is 2 minutes.Common questions about GIF conversions
How to open a GIF file?
If you don't know how to view a GIF file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert GIF files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple GIF files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing GIFs.
Pasting GIF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting GIF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a GIF file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big GIFs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert GIF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert GIF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting GIFs safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your GIF files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your GIFs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert GIF?
For most images, the wait should be less than a minute. If they are animated, it may take a little longer. However, MConverter also supports converting larger images, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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