What happens when you can’t find that GIF that conveys what you feel? In these circumstances, it is convenient to know how to make your own moving images. For that reason, in this article, we will teach you how to create or make GIFs or movie clips using Adobe Premiere. Then we will tell you about other tools that you can use for this purpose.
How to create or make a GIF or movie clip using Adobe Premiere
Before we start, we want to make some recommendations. First, it is not recommended to make a long GIF. Second, the final file does not need to be in HD. In fact, in most cases 400 pixels wide is sufficient.
And third, you don’t need many frames per second either; 20 is more than enough. With this in mind, follow these steps:
- Create a new project and import the video in question. Then drag it over the timeline.
- Discard the audio, because what interests us is the video.
- Reduce the length of the video according to your interests. You can also add extra content to your GIF, such as arrows or words that highlight an action.
- Go to the beginning of the video and press the «I» key. Then go to the end and press the «O» key.
- To export the video, click on “File,” then “Export,” and then “Media.” In the “Format” tab, choose “Animated GIF”; Give the file a name, specify the destination folder and finally configure the dimensions of the GIF. To do this, uncheck the “Match origin” option and specify the width or height. If you follow our previous recommendation, remember to leave the lock symbol marked so that the proportions are maintained and the video is not distorted. If you want to reduce the FPS, manipulate the option “Less frames per second” and assign the number of frames you prefer.
- To finish, click on the “Export” option and wait for the process to finish.
- To view the GIF, find the file, right-click on it, and open it with a browser.
It’s that simple to create or make a GIF or movie clip using Adobe Premiere. However, you should know that it is not the only way to create one of these files.
Alternatives to Adobe Premiere for creating GIF images
Adobe Premiere is a video editing program. Since it’s not specifically designed for people to create GIFs, you may not get the best results. There are many other computer programs, such as Canva Pro or Corel Photo-Paint that allow you to make good quality GIFs. You can even create GIFs in Google Photos.
However, now we will show you free online applications that you can use to create moving images.
Giphy GIF Maker
It is an online application in which you can create a GIF in 3 simple steps: 1) upload a set of images or a video from your computer.
You can also insert the URL of a YouTube or Vimeo video. 2) Make your creativity fly by editing the content and define the output parameters, such as FPS, dimensions, among others and 3) save it on your PC or share it on social networks.
GIFMaker.Me
As in the previous case, this is a simple and easy-to-use online tool. In it you can control every technical aspect of the file, such as dimensions, animation speed, number of repetitions and more. Just upload a video or multiple images from your computer and the program will do the rest.
GIPHY CAM
It is a mobile application available for Android and iOS. In addition to uploading content stored on your mobile, you can capture a moment with your camera and edit it with this app. It has an intuitive interface and many tools. Your imagination will be the only limit.
GIF Maker
Lastly, GIF Maker is an application available only on the Play Store. Boasting Material Design, it has a simple and easy-to-use interface. As in the previous cases, in just 3 steps you can create an animated image and share it with your friends. We hope these applications are useful to you.