How to turn a video into a GIF on iPhone
To turn a video into a GIF on iPhone, open Lessr, add an MP4 or MOV, and choose how long, how fast, and what size you want. Lessr makes the animated GIF right on your device, with no uploads and no account.
How to turn a video into a GIF
- Open Lessr and choose Video to GIF.
- Add an MP4 or MOV video.
- Trim it to just the part you want to keep.
- Set the frame rate, GIF size, speed, and looping.
- Make the GIF, then save or share it.
Supported formats
Input: Videos: MP4 or MOV.
Output: Animated GIF.
GIFs are usually larger than the video they come from.
What you can adjust
- Trim to just the part you want
- Frame rate: 10, 15, or 24 fps
- GIF size: 240p, 320p, 480p, or Original
- Speed: 0.25x up to 5x
- Loop forever or a set number of times
When to use Video to GIF
Make a reaction GIF
Trim a funny second or two from a clip and turn it into a looping GIF you can drop into any chat.
Share a quick how-to
Turn a short hands-on clip into a looping GIF that shows a step without anyone needing to press play.
Loop a favorite moment
Pick the best couple of seconds from a longer video and loop them as a GIF to share.
Post where GIFs play
Some chats and sites play GIFs on their own, so your clip loops without a tap.
Tips
- GIFs are larger than the video they came from. To make a smaller GIF, pick a smaller size, lower the frame rate, or trim it shorter.
- Keep your clip short — a few seconds usually makes the best GIF.
- Slow it down to highlight a moment, or speed it up for a quick, snappy loop.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a GIF from a video?
Open Lessr, choose Video to GIF, add an MP4 or MOV, trim it, set the size and frame rate, then save. Lessr makes the GIF on your device.
Why is my GIF so large?
GIFs are usually bigger than the video they come from. To make it smaller, pick a smaller size like 240p or 320p, lower the frame rate, or trim the clip shorter.
Can I make the GIF loop?
Yes. You can set the GIF to loop forever, or to repeat a set number of times and then stop.
Can I speed up or slow down the GIF?
Yes. You can set the speed anywhere from 0.25x for slower up to 5x for faster before you make the GIF.
What videos can I turn into a GIF?
Lessr accepts MP4 and MOV videos and turns them into an animated GIF.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Everything happens on your iPhone or iPad — no uploads, no account, and no ads. The free version makes 2 GIFs a day, one file at a time, and Pro removes the daily limit and adds batch.
Video to GIF runs entirely on your iPhone or iPad — no uploads, no account, no ads.
Download Lessr on the App Store