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Dec 30, 2019

Create animated GIFs using PowerPoint

Aimee Leong

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My name is Aimee Leong, and I’m a PM on the Office Graphics team.

Have you ever had an idea for an animated GIF but didn’t know where to get started? With the new feature Export/Save As Animated GIF, you can now create your ideas in PowerPoint!

How it works

Making an animated GIF is easy – I’ll make two in this post! Follow along with my steps.

Open PowerPoint and insert your media. For my first GIF, I am creating a memorable email signature, so I inserted an animated sticker and some text that I liked:

For my second GIF, I am creating a rotating gallery of images to share on my social media, so inserted a series of images on each slide:

Tip: Adjust the dimensions of your slide via the Slide Size menu: go to Design Tab > Slide Size > Custom Slide Size

Choose your export options in the Create an Animated GIF menu. Go to File > Export > Create an Animated GIF .

In this menu, you can adjust the size/quality of your GIF, and set the seconds spent on each slide:

Tip: If don’t want to adjust the export options, it’s faster to use the Save As menu: go to File > Save As and in the Save-as-Type dropdown, select “ Animated GIF Format (*.gif) “

Click Create GIF.

An Explorer window will open – in here, navigate to where you’d like your Animated GIF exported to. Click Save and PowerPoint will begin exporting your slide(s) as an Animated GIF. Go to your selected folder to see your creation!

Here is my new animated email signature:

And here is my food gallery:

This feature respects all media supported in Slideshow (shapes, text, images, SVGs, videos, Animated GIFs, 3D Models, etc), PPT Animations and PPT Transitions.

A good way to preview your Animated GIF before export is to view your slides in Slideshow Mode.

Requirements

• Windows: Build 2001 (12410.20000)
• Mac: Build 16.33 (19121106)
• Requires an Office 365 subscription
• This feature is not available for Office 2019 or 2016.

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None of the media used in this blog post is endorsed by Microsoft. They were selected by the writer as examples only. Animated sticker by Molly Jacques on GIPHY Photos by chuttersnapon Unsplash

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Create and insert GIFs in PowerPoint

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GIFs are a great way to liven up presentation slides and add a dash of humor. with a touch of humor. The animated images grab the attention of your of your audience and add life to your presentation. GIFs are especially popular on social networks because they play automatically and can run in an endless loop. Due to their small file size, they are also ideal for presentations.

1. What are GIFs?

The abbreviation GIF stands for the English term Graphics Interchange format. GIF files can, in contrast to static image representations such as JPG or PNG, generate moving images. These moving images are displayed in the browser or in other output programs as an animation that is constantly repeated. For example, you can display a logo that that moves continuously.

2. Why should you use GIFs?

GIFs and videos have many features in common, yet there are a few differences. For example, GIFs have a small file size, which gives them an advantage over videos. However, each pixel within a GIF can have 256 colors, which makes GIFs appear in lower resolution than videos.

GIFs vs. Videos

3. where to find gifs.

Among the largest providers of GIFs is the online database Giphy . GIFs can be shared and saved here. Giphy offers its own GIF search, which is also integrated into Whatsapp Messenger. Another provider for GIFs is Tenor . Here, you can also find countless GIFs on various topics. Note : However, caution is advised with online providers for GIFs, because in case of a commercial use of GIFs copyright can be violated. A better and also safer alternative is therefore to create your own GIFs.

4. Create GIFs in PowerPoint

GIFs can be easily created in PowerPoint. Note: If you set transitions between slides, they will be exported as well. For a smooth transition between the slides, you can use for example the PowerPoint transition "Morph". This can be found under Transitions > Morph. For the Morph effect, however, you need at least two slides with the same element. In our example we have chosen no transition, so that the Thank You lettering jumps around slightly and looks more alive.

• The export settings can be found on the side. By selecting the box "Make background transparent" you can export a transparent GIF. Otherwise the background of the GIF corresponds to the background of the slide. In addition, you can determine the display duration of the individual slides. Since in our example we want to create a fast moving GIF we have selected a time of 00.10 seconds per slide. Below that you can limit the number of slides to be exported in the GIF.

5. Insert GIFs in PowerPoint

In order to insert an already existing GIF into a presentation, you follow these steps.

• Click Insert and the GIF will be inserted on the selected slide.

6. Useful GIFs for presentations

We have created a PowerPoint with useful GIFs for your next presentation. In the presentation you will find slides with royalty-free GIFs:

• Business Presentation GIFs
• Thank you GIFs
• Closing slides GIFs

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What are GIFS?

The abbreviation GIF stands for the English term Graphics Interchange Format. GIF files can generate moving images that constantly repeat themselves.

How can I insert GIFs into PowerPoint?

• Select the slide where you want to insert the GIF.
• Click on the tab Insert and then on Images .
• Navigate to the location of the GIF and select Insert .

How do I create GIFs in PowerPoint?

• Create the slides you want to save as a GIF.
• Click File > Export and select Create Animated GIF .
• Click on Create GIF to export and save the GIF.

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How to Add Animated GIFs in Google Slides for More Lively Presentations

The right animated GIF in a Google Slides presentation can grab attention. Here's how to insert them for subtle effects.

This article will show you how to insert animated GIFs in Google Slides or more dynamic presentations.

GIFs haven't yet outlived their usefulness. These small animations can be tremendous timesavers for conveying your message in one slide. Moreover, with a suitable animated GIF, you don't have to create several graphics on multiple slides. And finding a specific animated GIF is more accessible thanks to the explosion of memes and sites like Giphy, Reddit, and Tumblr.

Drag and Drop to Add an Animated GIF to a Google Slide

The easiest method to put animated GIFs on a Google Slide is to drag and drop them from the desktop. Open Google Slide and the slide where you want to place the GIF. Then, select the downloaded GIF on your desktop and drop it on the slide.

Copy-pasting a GIF to a slide turns it into a static image. Also, Google Slides doesn't support Google's own WebP file format , in which few GIFs are saved on your desktop from sites like Tumblr.

How to Insert an Animated GIF From the Google Slide Menu

The Insert menu offers several options to upload animated GIFs to your Google Slide. If you have used animated GIFs in Google Docs , you will find them familiar. Open a slide and take your pick from the three main methods below.

Upload From Computer

This is the obvious option when creating GIFs on your PC or converting a YouTube snippet into an animated GIF.

• Select Insert > Image > Upload from computer .
• Browse to the saved location and select Open in the Explorer window to insert the GIF.
• Drag the GIF to the desired location on the slide or use the corner anchor points to resize the animation.

Search the Web

You can find a rich collection of animated GIFs using the right keywords. For instance, use Google's Advanced Image Search to find images with the right size, aspect ratio, or type (animated), among other parameters.

• Select Insert > Image > Search the web .
• Enter a keyword like [search term] animated GIF on the Google Search side panel.
• Choose the suitable GIF from the results, and select Insert .

You can select the little magnifying lens icon on the image to preview the file in the Google sidebar. Then, select Insert on the Preview window.

If the URL doesn't embed the GIF on the slide, use the shareable URL or see if you can strip the hyperlink of the extra parameters that trail the .gif file format extension.

• Go to some of the recommended GIF sites or use a search engine to find the right GIF .

You can also pick up an animation from any other Drive folder, access them from Photos , or pick them up from another Drive document.

Tips for Creatively Adding GIFs to Google Slides

Displaying animated GIFs in a Google Slide is the easy part. But then, you have to apply your creativity to artfully place and design the slide so that the animation doesn't look out of place. So here are some suggestions for presenting with an animated GIF.

• Enhance boring slides : Use them on the static title and concluding slides.
• Check the animation speed: Animated GIF charts can be eye-catching when the animation gives the audience enough time to absorb the data.
• Explain a process: Animated GIFs can be a presentation within a presentation. Use them to explain a complex process in a single slide.
• Add Context: Drop the correct GIF on a slide where you need to add more context for the text.
• Enhance with Format Options: Tweak the appearance of the GIF with the help of Format options in the Google Slides toolbar.
• Optimize for Size: Check the GIF's file size as they often can be larger than videos. So, converting them to video might be a better optimization option.
• Break for Humor: Add animated GIFs to add fun or change the pace of a data-heavy presentation.

Remember always to ensure that you have permission to use the animated GIFs. Also, check the type of Creative Commons license the graphic comes with.

Don't Overuse GIF Animations

Subtlety is the key to using GIF animations, and it shouldn't take over the message. Animated GIFs are visual aids, which may be right for some presentations while jarring for others. For instance, you can have a lot of creative flexibility in a presentation for school but not for a business presentation. So, try out animated GIFs in Google Slides for more interactive presentations.

How to insert a GIF in a PowerPoint presentation on a PC or Mac computer

• You can easily insert a GIF into a PowerPoint presentation using the desktop app for PC and Mac computers. 
• GIFs can be inserted on the web browser version of PowerPoint, but the file will instead appear as a static image. 
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If you have ever used Microsoft PowerPoint before, you know by now that inserting photos and images can improve your presentation when used correctly. 

But did you know that you can insert animated GIFs into PowerPoint as well? 

Here's how to do so on any computer. 

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1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, click on the "Insert" tab, then click "Pictures." 

2. In the dropdown menu, find the GIF you'd like to upload. Once you've located the GIF you want, click "Open" or "Insert" (whichever appears). Your GIF will then appear on the slide you've selected.

3. To double check that your GIF was successfully inserted, you'll have to view your PowerPoint presentation. Click on the "Slide Show" tab, then click on "From Current Slide."

If your GIF was successfully inserted into the slide, you should be able to view the GIF's animation when the presentation plays.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint on a Mac

1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, make sure the "Home" tab is visible. Underneath "Insert," click on "Picture," then click "Picture from File."

2. Locate the GIF you want to upload, click on it, and then click "Insert." Check to make sure your GIF's file name ends in .gif – if it doesn't, PowerPoint will treat your GIF as a static image.

To check how your GIF looks on the slide, click on "Slide Show" to view your PowerPoint as though you were presenting it. You should be able to view the GIF on its respective slide.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint for a web browser

Unfortunately, if you try to insert a GIF in the web browser version of PowerPoint, the GIF will not loop but will instead appear as a static image. You can still insert the GIF, but it will function as if it were a stationary picture.

1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, click on the "Insert" tab, then click "Picture."

2. Locate the GIF you want to upload, click on it, and then click "Open."

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How to convert google slides to a video or gif.

Share your Google Slides with ease with these quick tips.

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While it's easy to share Google Slides using a link or publishing it to the web , you may want a single non-editable file that you can share privately. By converting the slideshow to a video or GIF, your visitors can watch it as you intended. Here are three methods to try.

Microsoft PowerPoint offers both video and GIF exporting . So, if you have PowerPoint, you can open the Google Slides presentation in it and create the video or GIF from there.

Related: How to Convert Google Slides to PowerPoint

Open your Google Slides presentation and go to File > Download. Select "Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx)" in the pop-out menu.

Head to your downloads folder and click or double-click the file to open it in PowerPoint.

Go to File > Export. Then, choose "Create a Video" or "Create an Animated GIF." 

If you pick a video, you can then use the drop-down boxes to choose the quality and whether you want to include recorded timings and narrations. You can also set the duration per slide. Click "Create Video."

If you pick a GIF, you can choose the quality, make the background transparent, set the duration per slide, and include only specific slides if you like. Click "Create GIF."

For both video and GIF, you'll then be prompted to choose a location, optionally change the name, and click "Export" when you finish. Then, grab your video or GIF and share it where you please.

If you have a screen recording tool, such as Game Bar on Windows , the Screenshot Utility on Mac , or a third-party application, you can capture your slideshow as it plays. Then, save the video file to share or turn it into a GIF using an online tool.

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Get your screen recording tool ready and select the Slideshow drop-down box at the top of Google Slides and pick "Start From beginning."

To ensure you don't see your mouse cursor in the recording when advancing through the slides, you can set it to automatically play.

When the presentation appears in full-screen mode, click the three dots on the right of the floating toolbar, move to Auto-Play, and choose the time per slide.

Then, start capturing with your screen recording tool and stop when the slideshow finishes. You can then edit or share your video.

Additionally, you can use a file converter to obtain a different video file format or turn the video into a GIF. You can use a few free online tools including Cloud Convert , Convertio , or Zamzar .

One other way to convert Google Slides to a video or GIF is with an add-on. There are a few Google Slides add-ons that you can try if you search the Google Workspace Marketplace.

One that works well and allows you to create a video or a GIF for up to five slides for free is Slides to Video .

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Slides to Video works using Google Chrome with the same Google account as Google Slides. If you use a different browser, there are other add-ons such as Video and GIF From Slides and Creator Studio that each offer a free trial.

Once you install the add-on, open your presentation and go to Add-Ons in the menu. Move your cursor to Slides to Video and pick "Create Video" in the pop-out menu.

When the sidebar opens, you can choose a duration per slide or a default for all slides at the top. Then, use the Choose Your Export Type drop-down box to pick "MP4" or "GIF." Click "Create Video."

You'll see the progress as your video or GIF is created. When complete, you'll receive an email to your Gmail account and will also see a link in the sidebar to download the file.

Until Google Slides provides the export option to create a video or GIF, these workarounds can help you get the job done.

For more, learn how to add a YouTube video or how to  add other types of videos and customize the playback in Google Slides.

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