A GIF that's too wide for its spot
Match the width to the column it lives in, so the browser isn't shrinking it after you've already paid for the pixels.
Resize GIF Files
Change a GIF's width without squashing it. Pick a size, crop it to a different shape if you need to, and check the file size before you convert.
- Chat or sticker size
- Blog or documentation
- Detailed screen capture
Resizing a GIF without wrecking it
Resizing a GIF means redrawing every frame at the new size and building a fresh colour palette. That's why a quick resize in a generic image tool so often comes out smeary or speckled. Here the proportions always stay put, and the palette gets rebuilt for the new size.
Making it smaller is easy, and you get a smaller file out of it too. Making it bigger is another story. A GIF has no hidden detail waiting to be revealed, so blowing it up just makes the same pixels larger, and the file grows. If you need a bigger version, go back to the original video if you've still got it.
If what you really want is a different shape rather than a different size, use the crop presets: 1:1 for a feed, 16:9 for something wide, 9:16 for a story, 4:5 for portrait posts.
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Add the GIF
Drop it in or paste it.
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Pick the width
In the Format tab, choose 320, 480 or 720px. The preview and the size estimate update straight away.
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Crop if the shape matters
In the Edit tab, pick a ratio and drag the frame over the part you want to keep.
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Convert
Download the resized GIF. Need something wider than 720px? That's a job for WebP or MP4.
Settings that work for common jobs
Treat these as a first try, not a rule. The size estimate tells you quickly whether to nudge them up or down.
| If you're making | Try | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Chat or sticker size | 320px · 10fps | Small and quick to load. |
| Blog or documentation | 480px · 15fps | Easy to read and still light. |
| Detailed screen capture | 720px · 10fps · crop to the area | Sharp text without a huge file. |
| Square for a feed | Crop 1:1 · 480px | Fills the post with no borders. |
Where this comes in handy
Sticker-sized reactions
320px is plenty for a small reaction in chat or a little animation next to a button.
A new shape for a new platform
Crop it to 1:1 for a feed, 9:16 for a story or 16:9 for a banner, then choose the width.
Common mistakes, and what to do instead
- Blowing up a small GIFIt can't gain detail. If you need it bigger, go back to the source video.
- Stretching it to fit a shapeThe proportions are locked for a reason. Use crop to change the shape instead.
- Forgetting that wider means heavierDoubling the width roughly quadruples the pixels. Check the estimate after each change.
Common problems and quick fixes
The resized GIF looks soft
Make sure you're not making it bigger. Use Best quality and keep the width at or below the original.
I need it wider than 720px
GIF tops out at 720px here. Export WebP or MP4 if you need 1080px.
The proportions look off
They're always kept. If the shape isn't right, that's what the crop presets are for.
The file got bigger
Going wider means more pixels. Go smaller, or lower the frame rate.
What it looks like
These are real screenshots from this site, taken with a demo clip. Your own file will give different sizes, but the controls are exactly these.
Which format to choose
Most resizes stay as GIF, but the other formats give you bigger sizes and smaller files.
| Format | For this clip | Typical size | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIFSuggested | Stays a GIF, up to 720px wide. The right pick if it has to play everywhere. | Largest | 256 colours, up to 720px and 20fps |
| WebP | Goes up to 1080px and comes out much smaller. Just check that wherever it's going supports it. | About 5× smaller | Full colour, animated, loops |
| MP4 | Also up to 1080px, and the smallest option. It needs a player to loop it, though. | About 15× smaller | Up to 1080px and 30fps, no loop flag |
| APNG | Lossless at any size, but heavier than the rest. | Larger than GIF | Lossless, full colour, loops |
Resize GIF questions
Can’t find yours? The converter explains problems in plain language as they come up.
Does resizing keep the aspect ratio?
Always. If you want a different shape, use a crop preset or crop it freely.
What sizes can I pick?
GIFs can be 320, 480 or 720px wide. WebP, MP4 and APNG can also go to 1080px.
Can I make a GIF bigger?
You can, but it won't get any sharper and the file will grow. If you have the original video, start from that instead.
Will it still loop?
Yes, as long as Loop forever is on, which it is by default.
Can I resize and compress at the same time?
Sure. Pick a smaller width and a lower frame rate or quality, and keep an eye on the estimate.
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