PowerPoint GIFs
Microsoft includes “animated GIF” as an export option for a presentation in PowerPoint. It’s a great tool for a quick social media post, or for enhancing your own slides with an animation that repeats.
Go to File > Export > Animated Gif
However, the quality can be poor and the file size huge. First tip therefore is to set your slide size to match your output needs. A smaller screen size will result in a smaller gif file size. It’s worth it! And of course, there are 3 quality settings available: experiment, see what works best for you for your output needs.
When you export you’ll also be able to set the timing duration for each slide. Or you specify to use the manual timings. This means you can export complex animations that play as you’ve set them. Or you can simply show slide after slide. It could be stop motion, it could simply be a slide sequence. Needless to say you can add text to slides, so your PowerPoint gifs can say whatever you want them to!
Why do I care about gifs?
The GIF, which according to Wikipedia is well over 30 years old, is the internet’s favourite format. No doubt you have seen plenty of examples of funny GIFs on social media. But they’re not only used for bants on WhatsApp!
GIFs can host attention grabbing animation with a very low file size, which makes them great for sharing. If you use them correctly, they can be a powerful tool to show off your brand’s personality, or to explain a process simply.
Where can I use GIFs?
GIFs are great for social media sharing, and most platforms make it easy to import your own GIF, for example on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook. Remember, you can also use PowerPoint’s “export to MP4” option as well for social media short videos.
You can add GIFs into your presentations. Just make sure the animation plays how you want it to.
The video below shows you how to export an animated PowerPoint GIF.
And here is the final GIF:
Agenda – an example of PowerPoint GIFs
Get in touch with us to discuss how we can create engaging animated PowerPoint GIFs for your business.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I create animated GIFs in PowerPoint?
To create animated GIFs of your PowerPoint slides, go to File > Export > Animated Gif. Adjust the slide size to match your output needs to reduce file size and experiment with the three quality settings to find what works best for you.
Why should I use GIFs in my PowerPoint presentations?
GIFs are an excellent way to add attention-grabbing animation with a low file size, making them perfect for sharing. They can enhance your presentation by showcasing your brand’s personality or explaining processes simply. PowerPoint GIFs can make your slides more engaging and memorable.
Where can I use GIFs created in PowerPoint?
You can use GIFs on various social media platforms like LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook. PowerPoint’s “export to MP4” option for videos under 15 seconds is another good alternative. Additionally, GIFs can be added to presentations, ensuring the animation plays as intended.
How can I learn more about exporting animated GIFs in PowerPoint?
You can watch a video tutorial on how to export animated GIFs in PowerPoint by following this link. It provides a step-by-step guide to creating and exporting your own PowerPoint GIFs. Feel free to get in touch with us to discuss custom PowerPoint GIFs tailored for your business.
