Convert GIF to APNG (Animated PNG)
Convert GIF images to APNG (Animated PNG) format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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The Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is a bitmap image format developed by CompuServe in 1987. It is widely used for its support of animated images, allowing for the compression of graphics with low file sizes and without compromising quality. It's particularly popular on the internet for memes, short animations, and simple graphics due to its ability to loop animations seamlessly. GIFs support up to 256 colors and use the LZW compression algorithm to minimize file size. The format's historical significance lies in its ability to efficiently store and transmit images in an era of slower internet speeds and remains a staple in digital communication and web design today.
Animated Portable Network Graphics (APNG) is an extension of the Portable Network Graphics (PNG) format designed to support animated images. Introduced in 2004, APNG allows for animated sequences while retaining backward compatibility with non-animated PNG files. This format is utilized for its lossless compression, making it ideal for web graphics where image quality is paramount. APNG files are widely used for animated icons, logos, and other elements that benefit from high-quality animations without the artifacts common in GIF files. Its concise, efficient structure makes it a preferred choice among developers and designers focused on optimizing web performance.
Choose your GIF image for uploading to our GIF converter.
For an advanced conversion, use the GIF to APNG (Animated PNG) optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.
Let the conversion process finish, then download your APNG (Animated PNG) image.
Convert GIF to APNG (Animated PNG) to create custom Discord stickers.
Convert GIF to APNG (Animated PNG) and reduce the APNG file size with zlib and Zopfli compression options.
To change GIF format to APNG, upload your GIF file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your GIF file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted APNG file afterward.
GIF files only support 8-bit indexed color mode, while APNG files support 24-bit color and 24-bit transparency. APNG files also support different color modes, including grayscale (with alpha), true color (with alpha), and indexed color. This means APNG can handle color better and give you a smoother image while keeping the file size smaller.
APNG files can be used on Discord as stickers. It's possible to convert your GIF to APNG for Discord and add your own custom sticker on the platform. However, you need Discord Nitro to use stickers without restriction.
The file type must be APNG, with a maximum size of 512 KB. Also, the animated image dimensions must be exactly 320 x 320 pixels. And the allowed frame rate is up to 60 FPS.
Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.
cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.
cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.
cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.