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convert mp4 to gif

Download and Convert Any MP4 to GIF Without Watermark

It integrates video downloader and video recorder to perfectly convert long/short MP4 videos to watermark-free GIF.

Video Downloader: You can directly download long/short video materials for making GIFs from thousands of video websites like YouTube, Vimeo, etc.

Video Recorder: You can also skip the step of downloading the video and use the recorder to quickly capture a wonderful clip in the video and make it into a GIF.

Extract Specified Parts from a Long Video and Create GIFs

This MP4 to GIF converter always offers you a variety of options. Video trimmer and cropper give you accuracy down to the second. You can accurately extract highlights or expressions from movies, TV series, and game videos; crop them to the appropriate ratio, remove watermarks or irrelevant distracting elements at the edge of the video, and create a GIF.

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Quickly Convert MP4 to GIF and Share on X, Reddit, and More

Do you enjoy sharing GIFs in chats? GIFs can be played directly on almost all platforms, and you don't have to worry about what device or app the recipient or viewer is using. Convert dynamic MP4 video clips into smaller, more transferable GIFs so you can seamlessly share them as emojis or funny clips on X, Reddit, and in chats.

Adjust GIF Size, Add Text Effects, and More Flexible Customization

This excellent MP4 to GIF converter goes far beyond simple format conversion. It offers a wealth of customization options, such as adjusting GIF size and adding text effects, allowing you to easily create unique GIFs to meet the needs of various social media scenarios.

The customization options cover your needs. It allows you to resize GIF files to fit different social media platforms; add custom text with options to set font, color, size, and position; adjust speed and loop playback; and more.

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preview gif effects

Built-in Preview and Play Buttons to Directly View GIF Effects

The intuitive preview interface requires no professional video skills. You can quickly assess the result through visual operation and check the smoothness of GIFs in real time.

If the preview result is not ideal when generating the final GIF, you can adjust the settings and proofread details such as text effects countless times to ensure that the key information is conveyed accurately.

More Than MP4 to GIF, Any Video Converter Brings You Surprises

Any Video Converter offers more than just simple MP4 to GIF conversion.

Track Editor: Most GIF usage scenarios don't require sound, and audio data takes up space. Removing the audio track results in a smaller GIF file size, making it easier to send and load quickly on social media and messaging apps, saving data and time.

Video Compressor: Precisely control the size of video files without losing quality before creating GIFs, making it easy to further convert MP4 to smaller GIF formats.

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Why Any Video Converter is the Best MP4 to GIF Converter

safe and stable
Safe and Stable

Ensure that all processes are safe and reliable without damaging the original files.

no watermark
Easy and Watermark-Free

The operation is easy and fast, and the output GIF file does not have any watermark.

one stop solution
One-Stop Solution

No need for additional tools; it includes conversion and editing tools.

convert multiple formats
Convert Multiple Formats

More than MP4 to GIF, it supports 1000+ output/input formats.

balance size and quality
Balance Size and Quality

Optimize file size while maintaining good GIF quality for storage.

loved by million of users
Loved by Millions of Users

Since 2003, Any Video Converter has been proven to be trustworthy by users.

How to Convert MP4 to GIF with Any Video Converter

Step 1: Download and Trim the MP4 Video

Click Video Download and use the built-in browser to download videos from YouTube, X, Reddit, etc. Then, use Video Trimmer to extract the highlights of the video that you want to make into a GIF.

If you already have MP4 videos saved on your device, then just upload the videos directly in the MP4 to GIF converter.

Step 2: Jump to MP4 to GIF converter

In the output options, you can customize the file size, add text, change the speed, etc. In the MP4 to GIF converter, you can directly play and preview the GIF effect.

Step 3: Convert MP4 to GIF

Once everything is ready, just click "Convert Now" to convert MP4 to GIF directly.

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Not Only MP4 to GIF Converter: More Editing Tools Available for You

What's Next After MP4 to GIF Converter
Basic Tools
AI Tools
trim video with AI

Auto Trim

Auto Trim

Automatically analyze the scenes and split a video into multiple segments.

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speech to text

Speech to Text

Speech to Text

Convert the audio to text with AI transcription, with 99% accuracy.

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vocal remover

Vocal Remover

Vocal Remover

Remove vocals and instruments from a song to create a karaoke or a cappella version.

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video enhancer

Video Enhancer

Video Enhancer

Improve the quality of old videos and increase the resolution to 1080p, 4K, and 8K.

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trim video

Trim Video

Trim Video

Trim to delete unwanted parts from a lengthy video and split a video into clips.

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compress video

Compress Video

Compress Video

Compress to reduce the large-sized video to a smaller one.

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merge video

Merge Videos

Merge Videos

Combine to merge multiple video clips or audio files into one file.

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crop Video

Crop Video

Crop Video

Remove unwanted edges and focus on the key area of the video.

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record screen

Record Screen

Record Screen

Record to capture the screen and any activities on your desktop, in 1080p and 4K quality.

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add watermark

Add Watermark

Add Watermark

Add the image and text watermark onto the video to protect the copyright of your content.

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add subtiles

Add Subtitles

Add Subtitles

Add the external .srt subtitles to the video and interact with the Speech to Text tool.

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add music

Add Music

Add Music

Add the background music to the video, and try our Vocal Remover and Track Editor tool to customize your music.

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video overlay

video overlay

Video Overlay

Overlay one video on top of another to create engaging picture-in-picture effects.

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Any Video Converter Free vs. Pro. vs. Ultimate

Any Video Converter Free Pro. Ultimate
Format Convert

Convert between various video and audio formats.

yes yes yes
Video Download

Download videos from various online platforms.

Default settings Custom settings Concurrent download
Video Enhancement

Upscale low-res video to HD, 4K, and enhance video quality.

Watermarked Watermarked HD, 4K, and 8K & unwatermarked
Speech to Text

Convert speech from videos or audio to text.

Basic model Multilingual Advanced AI Model (99% accuracy)
AI Audio Splitter

Extract vocals or instruments from audio with AI.

yes
Preset

Preset options for common conversion and download settings.

yes yes
Video Editing

Basic video editing, including trimming, cropping, and merging.

yes yes yes
Video Compress

Video compression to reduce file size while maintaining quality.

yes yes yes
Merge Video

Combine multiple video clips into one.

5 video limit (per merge) Unlimited Unlimited
Screen Record

Capture your computer screen, full screen or region.

3-minute Unlimited, HD Quality Unlimited, 4K Quality
DVD Burning

Burn videos to DVD discs, including menu creation.

yes yes
Workflow

Customize batch processing workflows for improved efficiency.

yes
Ad-Free

No upgrade prompts.

yes
Parallel Task Processing

Allow multiple download tasks to run concurrently.

yes
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From MP4 to GIF in a Flash

Watch your stunning GIF come to life in seconds, perfect and ready to go.

Frequently Asked Questions about MP4 to GIF Converter

1. What's the best way to convert a video to a GIF?

The best way depends on your specific needs (quality, file size, ease of use, etc.).

If you only create GIFs occasionally and don't have high quality requirements, the best method is to use an online MP4 to GIF converter. If you frequently create GIFs and have requirements regarding quality and file size, the best way is to use local software like Any Video Converter, which is also the safest method. If you want to quickly create and share GIFs anytime, anywhere, it’s recommended to use a mobile app.

2. How to convert MP4 to GIF on iPhone?

If you need to perform more detailed editing of GIFs (cropping, adding text, adjusting speed), a mobile app is the best choice.

Step 1: Search for "MP4 to GIF converter" in the App Store and choose a suitable app.

Step 2: Open the MP4 to GIF converter app and import the MP4 video from your iPhone's photo album.

Step 3: If the app allows, you can adjust the speed, reverse the playback, crop the screen, and add text.

Step 4: After editing, click a button like "Save" or "Download" to save the GIF directly to your album.

3. How can I convert MP4 to GIF on Mac?

Fortunately, Any Video Converter also has a Mac version. The steps are the same as the Windows version.

Step 1: Launch Any Video Converter on Mac.

Step 2: Click on GIF maker and then upload your video to start adding text, adjusting speed, and more.

Step 3: Start converting MP4 to GIF.

4. What are the limitations of GIF files?

The biggest limitations are file size and quality. First, GIF uses a simple, outdated lossless compression. A short MP4 video of a few megabytes can become tens or even hundreds of megabytes when converted to a GIF. Second, the MP4 to GIF conversion can result in color blockiness, graininess, and color distortion.

A third limitation is that on most platforms, once a GIF starts playing, you typically cannot pause it or drag the progress bar to view a specific frame.

5. What's the maximum file size for converting MP4 to GIF?

Technically, there is no file size limit for converting MP4 to GIF. The limitation mainly comes from the conversion tool you use. Online MP4 to GIF converters typically have strict file size limits. However, Any Video Converter has no such limits; you can freely convert MP4 files of any size to GIFs.

6. Can I convert MP4 to GIF online?

Sure. The process is the same regardless of which online MP4 to GIF converter you use.

Step 1: Search for and visit MP4 to GIF converter in your browser.

Step 2: Click "Select File" or simply drag and drop your MP4 file onto the website.

Step 3: Set parameters (if available). Set the start and end time of the GIF, adjust the size, etc.

Step 4: Click the "Convert to GIF" or "Start Conversion" buttons to begin the conversion.

However, be aware of privacy risks when using online MP4 to GIF converters. Use them with caution if the video content involves personal privacy or trade secrets.

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