How to Create and Capture GIFs from Videos?

GIFs are a great way to capture those special moments from videos or even everyday situations. Sometimes, sharing a full video isn’t practical due to its large size, and other factors. If there’s a specific moment you want to share, creating a GIF is a simple and effective solution.

Creating a GIF streamlines the process of sharing memorable or funny clips. Several methods allow you to turn video files into GIFs, like online converters that transform uploaded videos.

If you’d rather not upload your video to third-party servers, you can use the ScreenToGif application right on your computer. You don’t even need to have the video saved locally; online converters let you create a GIF from videos by just providing the video link.

1. Use ScreenToGif

One way to capture GIFs from a video is by using the ScreenToGif application. You’ll need to have a local copy of the video you wish to use. If the video isn’t saved on your computer, you might consider the online video method below.

ScreenToGif is a free application that lets you record your screen and save it in various formats, including GIFs. The ScreenToGif Editor allows you to edit a video and extract specific portions as GIFs. If downloading extra software isn’t your preference, you might want to skip this method.

1. First, download and install the ScreenToGif application on your computer. Visit the official website by clicking here to download the app.
2. After installation, open the app by searching for it in the Start Menu.

   

3. In the ScreenToGif Startup window, click on the Editor option.

   

4. Click the Load option under the menu bar to open your video file.

   

5. Select the portion of the video you want as a GIF using the slider.
6. Click OK to import the video.
7. To add text, use the Image tab.
8. To save the video portion as a GIF, go to the File tab and click Save as.

   

9. Select Gif from the File type and preset drop-down menu.

   

10. Use the subsequent drop-down menu for the encoder preset.
11. Specify a location to save the GIF file and give it a name.

    

12. Finally, click the Save button to create the GIF.

2. Use GIPHY

If you’d rather not download an application solely for creating GIFs, online converters provide a practical solution. Several online platforms help you convert videos to GIFs effortlessly.

GIPHY is a well-known platform for GIFs. It allows you to create GIFs from videos and is convenient even if the video isn’t on your device, as you can use links from online videos.

1. Open the GIPHY website on your computer.
2. Click on the Log In option and sign in to your account. You need to be logged in to upload a video. If you don’t have an account, create one using the Log In button.
3. Once signed in, click on the Create button.

   

4. On the GIPHY Create page, select Choose File to upload a video from your computer or paste a video URL in the Any URL field for an online video.

   

5. Choose your preferred scene using the start and end fields.

   

6. Click on Continue to Decorate.
7. Add stickers or captions if you wish, then click on Continue to Upload once done.

   

8. Turn the Public option to OFF if you want the GIF to remain private.

   

9. Click on Upload to GIPHY to upload the GIF.

   

10. Once the upload is complete, share your GIF with friends or download it to your device.

3. Use Imgur

Imgur is another popular platform for sharing photos and GIFs online. However, Imgur only allows creating GIFs from online videos, so you can’t upload videos directly from your computer.

1. Visit the Imgur website on your computer.
2. Select the New post option in the top-left corner.
3. Choose the Video to Gif option at the bottom.

   

4. Paste the video address in the field provided and click Submit.

   

5. Set the Start time using the slider.

   

6. Move the slider to set the End time.

   

7. Click on Create GIF to finalize your GIF creation.
8. Once created, use the three-dot menu above the GIF to download it.