Sometimes finding the right words to say can be difficult. Luckily, when words fail, we can insert an emoji or a Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) into a conversation.
GIFs can be found everywhere, having made their way onto almost every social media platform available. Facebook and Twitter even have their own GIF search. Not only that, but they have also been used as marketing tools, with more and more people in business taking an informal approach as a way to connect with potential customers.
But how to make a GIF?
Well, with the help of image and video editing app, Picsart, you can create your own animated image.
In this article, we will walk you through all the steps needed to create your own GIF using any device via Picsart.
Read on to find out more.
How to Make a GIF in Picsart on iPhone
Say you took a hilarious picture of your dog. Or maybe your cat did something funny and you needed to take a picture. Whatever the reason, knowing how to make a GIF from an image can make it even more fun.
If you are an iPhone user, the first thing you need to do is download the Picsart app if you haven't already. The app is free and can be found in the app store on your iPhone.
Users have the option of signing up for a Gold account for $48 per year. However, a version with limited functions is also available for free. You will get a free trial using the standard Gold version when you first download the app.
Once your Picsart app is downloaded and ready to use, follow these steps to create your first GIF:
- Allow your photo album to sync with the Picsart, then select the image you want to edit.
- Once the selected photo is open, you will notice a multitude of icons at the bottom. These are your editing tools.
- Using the tools provided to you, edit the photo as needed and click “Apply”.
- Press “Save” then “Upload Photo”. This will automatically save it to your camera roll.
- Go back to the image you edited in Picsart and you'll need to edit it again, but slightly differently. Repeat the same process as before.
- In the lower right corner, tap the icon that looks like three overlapping pages. This will allow you to overlay previous edits that you have created. Remember to layer the photos on top of each other in the same order you created them for the feed.
- Once you've layered your photos, tap the recording tool in the top right of your screen.
- Start opening and closing all your layers in the sidebar in the order you created them.
- When done, tap the save icon again and tap "Export GIF". You can then click on the GIF to adjust the speed.
- When you are satisfied with your GIF, you can share it on the platform of your choice.
How to Make a GIF in Picsart on an Android Device
Again, you'll need to download the Picsart app through your Google Play Store (or whatever app store you use on your Android). Once done, the steps are as follows:
- After opening the app, choose the image you want to edit.
- Using the editing tools in the bottom bar, apply an edit to your photo and hit "Apply" then "Upload Photo".
- Repeat the process until you've made the number of edits needed to create your GIF.
- Start layering your changes by clicking the "Layer" icon in the lower right corner.
- When you're done, tap the save icon in the top bar and open and close each layer.
- Use the recording icon again to stop recording, then tap "Export gif" on the recording tool.
- Adjust the speed of your GIF by tapping on it, then share it with the world.
How to Make a GIF in Picsart on a PC
The web browser version of Picsart has all the same features available as the mobile app versions. The first thing you will need to do is head to the official Picsart site. You can sign in using your Facebook or Gmail credentials. You will then be asked to start a 7-day free trial if you don't already have an account with them.
Once you have successfully logged into Picsart, you can begin creating your GIF. Here's how:
- Click on “New project”.
- From the sidebar on the left side, select a photo you want to edit. If you log in using your Facebook account, the images should sync automatically.
- Your editing toolbar will appear above the photo. Using the tools available, make relevant changes to your image.
- Select the same image from the left sidebar and edit it again, differently this time. Be sure to save each photo you overlay.
- Tap the record tool, then open and close each layer in the right sidebar.
- Once done, press “Export gif”. Adjust the speed of your animation, then share.
How to Make a GIF in Picsart on an iPad
Creating a GIF on your iPad follows the same steps as on your iPhone. The first thing you need to do is head to the app store and download the Picsart app. Follow this guide to create your own animated GIF:
- Open the photo you want to edit.
- Using the tools listed below, edit the photo and click "Apply".
- Tap "Save" then "Download Photo" to save it to your camera roll.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the same image to make additional changes to the GIF layers.
- In the bottom right corner, tap the “Layer” icon and add the previous edits you created.
- Once you've layered your photos, tap the save tool in the top right.
- Open and close all your layers in the sidebar in the order you created them.
- When done, tap the save icon again and tap "Export GIF". You can then click on the GIF to adjust the speed.
- If you're happy with your GIF, select "Share," then choose the platform you want to use.
A (moving) picture is worth a thousand words
Picsart is a great editing tool to help you create your own GIF. However, for those of you who are new, it can be a bit overwhelming. The good thing about Picsart is that it lets you test out the app through a 7-day free trial before committing to a monthly subscription. It also gives users the option of having a free account with fewer tools.
Have you tried making a GIF with Picsart? How did you find the process? We would like to hear about your experience. Let us know what you think in the comments below.
