Online GIF Maker by SK Multi Tools

How to Create an Animated GIF

1. Upload Images: Click "Add Image Frames" and select multiple JPG or PNG images that will form your animation. The order you select them in (or their names, if your browser sorts them) will be the initial frame order.
2. Arrange Frames (If Needed): (Future enhancement: Drag and drop to reorder frames). For now, upload in sequence.
3. Set Frame Delay: Enter the delay between frames in milliseconds (e.g., 500 for half a second, 100 for fast animation). This applies to all frames.
4. Set Dimensions (Optional): By default, the GIF will use the dimensions of the first frame. You can specify a custom width and height to resize all frames.
5. Set Quality: Adjust the quality (1-30). Lower numbers generally mean better quality but larger file sizes. 10 is a good default.
6. Generate GIF: Click the "Generate GIF" button. Processing might take a moment depending on the number and size of frames.
7. Preview & Download: A preview of your animated GIF will appear. Click "Download GIF" to save it.

Why Use SK Multi Tools GIF Maker?

• Easy Frame Upload: Quickly add multiple images to create your animation sequence.
• Customizable Speed: Control the animation speed by setting the delay between frames.
• Optional Resizing: Set a custom width and height for your output GIF.
• Adjustable Quality: Fine-tune the GIF quality to balance file size and appearance.
• Client-Side Processing: Your images are processed directly in your browser for privacy and speed. No server uploads are required.
• Instant Preview: See your animated GIF before you download it.
• 100% Free: Create unlimited GIFs with SK Multi Tools at no cost.
• Mobile-Friendly: Make GIFs on any device, anywhere.

What is an Animated GIF?

An Animated GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is an image file that supports basic animation by storing multiple frames within a single file. These frames are displayed in sequence, often with a specified delay, creating a looping animation. GIFs are widely used on the web for short animations, memes, and simple visual effects due to their broad browser and platform support.

While GIFs are popular, they have limitations, such as a restricted color palette (256 colors per frame) and generally larger file sizes compared to modern video formats for similar animation lengths. However, their simplicity and universal compatibility keep them relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this online GIF Maker free?

Yes, the SK Multi Tools GIF Maker is completely free to use without any watermarks or restrictions.

Are my images uploaded to a server?

No, all images are processed and the GIF is generated directly in your web browser. Your files remain private and are not sent to our servers.

What image formats can I use for frames?

You can upload JPG and PNG images to use as frames for your GIF.

Is there a limit on the number of frames or image size?

While there's no hard limit, generating GIFs with a very large number of frames or very high-resolution images can be resource-intensive for your browser and might lead to slow performance or crashes. For best results, use optimized images and a reasonable number of frames.

Can I set different delays for different frames?

This basic version of our GIF Maker uses a single delay setting for all frames. More advanced per-frame delay control might be added in future updates.

Why is my generated GIF file size large?

GIF file sizes depend on the number of frames, dimensions, color complexity, and the amount of change between frames. Using fewer frames, smaller dimensions, or increasing the 'Quality' number (which actually means lower quality for gif.js, range 1-30) can help reduce file size.