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.
Drag and drop a GIF file into the upload area to start conversion.
Select customization options for GIF to APNG (Animated PNG) conversion, then click Convert.
After the APNG (Animated PNG) conversion finishes, click Download to retrieve the file.
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.
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.
GIF to APNG conversion involves transforming a GIF file into an APNG format while preserving animation frames. APNG supports higher color depth and transparency, making it superior for quality retention.
APNG offers better image quality, supports full alpha transparency, and allows smoother animations compared to GIF, which is limited to 256 colors and lacks true transparency.
Various online and offline tools support GIF to APNG conversion, including image editing software and specialized converters that optimize frame transitions and compression.
While APNG can sometimes result in smaller file sizes due to better compression algorithms, the final size depends on the number of frames, color depth, and optimization settings.
APNG is supported by modern web browsers and applications, but some older systems may not fully recognize APNG animations, requiring fallback solutions like GIF or alternative formats.
After setup, the Vertopal CLI tool converts GIF image seamlessly into APNG (Animated PNG) image.