How to convert WMV to GIF?
You can convert WMV to GIF with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose WMV files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your WMVs.
You can also click to select WMV files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a WMV file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with WMV files to GIF is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on GIF from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's GIF or something else.
- Download your GIF files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted GIF files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each GIF.
On desktop platforms, you can download the GIF files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the GIFs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .wmv |
|---|---|
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| Mime type | video/x-ms-wmv |
Format description
WMV stands for Windows Media Video. Based on the Microsoft Advanced Systems Container Format (ASF), WMV files are meant for streaming and playing with Windows Media Player and the newer Movies & TV app on Windows 10 and 11. Note that WMVs can be encrypted with DRM protection.To achieve greater compatibility, you can convert WMV to MP4 or another video format.
| 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 converting WMV to GIF
Can I make a high resolution GIF in perfect quality?
Yes, our video to GIF maker keeps the original resolution and frame rate. This way, you can create HD and 60fps GIF animations. Keep in mind that the higher the quality, the larger the file size.
Can I convert WMV to GIF in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple WMVs to GIFs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing WMVs to convert to GIF.
Pasting WMV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting WMV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a WMV file to GIF, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big WMVs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert WMV 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 WMV 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 WMVs to GIF safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your WMV 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 WMVs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,546,938 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,546,938 files so far.
How long does it take to convert WMV to GIF?
For most videos, the wait could be a few minutes or less. However, MConverter also supports converting larger videos, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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