Export as GIF

Export your CANVID project as a high-quality GIF in just a few clicks. Perfect for short, looping clips that play automatically in browsers, emails, and social media.

Want to create a short, shareable clip that plays automatically almost anywhere? With CANVID, you can export any project as a GIF, perfect for quick demos, reactions, or looping highlights.

GIFs play instantly in most browsers, emails, messaging apps, and social platforms and no separate video player is required.

How to Export

Go to the editor

Finish a new recording, or open an existing project.

Click Export

Click the Export button located at the top-right corner of the editor.

Export Window

In this window you can configure the following export settings:

  • Title: Set the filename for your exported GIF
  • Export to: Choose where your file will be saved
  • Format: Select GIF (here you can also select MP4)
  • Framerate: Select between 10 FPS, 15 FPS, or 30 FPS
  • Resolution: You can choose 480p, 720p, or 1080p
  • Quality: Currently locked to High for the best results
Unlike MP4 Exports, Create a share link is not available when saving videos as GIF.

Save your video

Once all your settings are ready, click Export to file. You'll see a confirmation message when the export is complete.