Convert GIF to ICO
Convert GIF images to ICO 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.
The ICO file extension, standing for "Icon", is integral to Microsoft Windows for storing icons of different sizes and color depths. Its primary use is to display graphical representations of executable programs, files, and folders within the Windows operating system. The ICO format's origins trace back to the early versions of Windows, evolving over the decades to support enhanced resolutions and alpha transparency. Today, ICO files ensure visually consistent and scalable icons that maintain their appearance across various display settings, aligning with modern user interface standards.
Click the Choose File button to select the GIF file.
Pick any GIF to ICO tools if you need to edit your GIF file, then click the Convert button.
Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your ICO file.
To change GIF format to ICO, 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 ICO file afterward.
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.