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About this tool
Video GIF turns part of a video into an animated GIF, right in your browser. Mark a start and end point, choose a frame rate and size (smaller and slower keeps the file size down), and create the GIF. Nothing ever leaves your device.
The GIF format itself has no audio support at all -- not a limitation of this tool specifically, just a property of the format going back to its original 1987 introduction by CompuServe -- so any sound in your source video won't carry over. The clip defaults to a 5-second selection since GIFs grow in file size quickly with clip length; frame rate and the size slider are the two main levers for keeping that size manageable.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn't my GIF have sound?
The GIF format has no audio support at all -- this isn't a limitation of this tool, it's a property of the format itself. Any sound in your source video won't carry over to the animated GIF, no matter what settings you choose.
What frame rate should I choose?
Higher frame rates (closer to 20 fps) look smoother but produce a larger file, since more frames need to be stored. Lower frame rates (around 4-10 fps) keep the file size down and work fine for simple clips or short loops. Most everyday GIFs look reasonable around 10 fps.
Why does the clip default to just 5 seconds?
GIF file sizes grow quickly with clip length, since every frame is stored as its own image rather than compressed the way video is. A short default keeps your first attempt from producing an unexpectedly huge file -- you can still extend the selection if you need a longer clip.
What does the "Size" slider actually change?
It scales down the GIF's pixel dimensions (width and height), not just its visual quality. A smaller size produces a smaller file, since there are fewer total pixels to store across every frame.