# Images to GIF — Make an Animated GIF from Photos

> Combine JPG or PNG images into an animated GIF in your browser. Set the frame delay, preview the loop, and download — nothing is uploaded.

Source: https://toolpantry.app/images-to-gif

## About

Turn a set of images into an animated GIF with the frame timing you choose — encoded entirely in your browser.

## Quick answer

How do I make a GIF from images? Add two or more images, set the frame delay, and press Create GIF. The animation is assembled locally and downloads as a single GIF file.

## How to make a GIF from images

1. **Add your images** — the selection order becomes the frame order.
2. **Set the timing** — 200–500 ms per frame feels natural; slower for slideshows.
3. **Create and download** — preview the loop, then save the GIF.

## Good uses for image GIFs

- Flipbook-style before/after or progress sequences
- Simple slideshows for chats and forums that don't play video
- Tiny looping animations for product pages and emails

## Good to know

Keep the output at 640 px or below for files that share well — GIF files grow fast with resolution and frame count. Building the frames first with [Photo collage](https://toolpantry.app/photo-collage.html) or [Add text to photo](https://toolpantry.app/add-text-to-photo.html) gives cleaner results than converting busy photos directly.

## Notes

GIF is limited to 256 colors per frame, so photos lose some smoothness — for photographic motion, smaller sizes look better. The images never leave your device.

## FAQ

**How many images do I need for a GIF?**

Two is enough for a flip effect; 5–20 frames make a smooth loop. More frames mean a larger file.

**Why is my GIF file so large?**

GIF is an old format limited to 256 colors per frame. Lower the size setting to 320–480px and reduce the frame count for smaller files.

**Are my images uploaded?**

No. The GIF is encoded inside your browser tab; the images never leave your device.