group presentation animated gif

Free Gifs for PowerPoint to Animate Your Killer Presentation

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Twitter

By Al Boicheva

in Freebies

3 years ago

Viewed 60,634 times

Spread the word about this article:

Do you know what will make your presentation even more awesome? Animations, that’s what. This is why today we gathered for you an entire collection of free Gifs for PowerPoint you can download and use right away. In the following article, you’ll find our exclusive free for personal and commercial use character-based GIF animations, as well as freebie animations from other sources.

Since we added a new category for PowerPoint presentations where we added our free and premium packs, we decided to expand the concept and add other resources, such as the animations you’re about to see. So let’s jump right in.

Article overview: 1. Free Gifs for PowerPoint by GraphicMama 2. Free PowerPoint Animation Sources by Other Creators 2.1. Free Social Media Animations from Cliply 2.2. Fair Use Free Gifs on Giphy 2.3. Fair Use Free Gifs on Tenor 2.4. Generating Free Animated Gifs for Presentations by MotionElements 3. Premium Animated GIF sets

1. Free Gifs for PowerPoint by GraphicMama

We’ll start with a royalty-free collection of our own. We made these Gifs for PowerPoint and would love to share them with you. These are exclusive for today’s article, so you won’t find them anywhere on our website. With that out of the way, feel free to download any pack of animations you like directly and get creative with your next presentation. Each bundle includes the poses you’ll see in the preview image in a zip file with high-quality transparent gifs with 1080 px width.

📝 These characters are also exclusive free puppets for your animation videos. You can find them in our article, a collection of  Most Awesome and Free Character Animator Puppets .

Alex The Businessman Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Waving, Thumbs Up, Puzzled, Pointing Up

Here’s one of our most popular characters with 4 different presentational poses. The young businessman always brings a good mood and professionalism.

• 4 Separate Animations
• Files : Transparent GIF
• Height : 1080 pixels
• Based on: Alex the Businessman Puppet for Character Animator
• License : Royalty-Free │ Free for Personal and Commercial Use │ Do Not Sell or Distribute

Viking Boy Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Waving, Showing, Pointing Up, Thumbs Up

Big and strong Viking boy with a soft and kind heart. He’s the sidekick of his young but fierce Viking sister and together they invade presentations and make them awesome.

• Based on: Free Male Viking Character Set  for presentations

Viking Girl Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Showing, Waving, Thumbs Up, Pointing Up

And here she is, the little sister with an attitude. Trained as a great warrior, the Viking girl means business and doesn’t back down.

• Based on : Free female Viking Cartoon Character Set

Cute Business Bear Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Showing, Pointing Up, Thumbs Up, Waving

Can’t bear the awesomeness of the charming business bear and his impeccable sports elegant style.

• Based on : Free Bear Cartoon Character Set

Friendly Caveman Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Pointing Up, ThumbsUp, Waving, Angry with a Bat

Detailed cartoon of a confident caveman with an epic unibrow that will bring a lot of fun to your videos. One of the animations gives him a stone bat to wave around fiercely if your audience doesn’t pay enough attention.

• Based on : Free Caveman Cartoon Character Set

Charming Green Witch Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Thumbs Up 1, Showing, Waving, Thumbs Up 2

Luckily, we’re past the middle ages and it’s ok and legal to bring some sorcery into your presentations. When it comes to PowerPoint magic, this sweet green witch is your girl.

Cool Tiger Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: Puzzled 1, Impatient, Pointing Up, Thumbs Up

Here’s a beautiful striped powerful-looking but quite a friendly tiger cartoon character. He’s very diverse in terms of projects you can use him for.

Nerdy Entrepreneur Free Gifs for PowerPoint

Poses Preview: A Brilliant Idea, Thumbs Up, Waving, Pointing Up

This guy is full of brilliant ideas so if you relate, why not join forces and make an insightful business presentation for your viewers.

• Based on: Free Presentation Cartoon Character Set

Businesswoman Executive Free Gifs for PowerPoint Animation Poses

Poses Preview: Showing, Waving, Pointing Up, Thumbs Up

This charming lady is a business strategist character and has rolled her sleeves to do some winning. Ideal for marketing presentations and explainer videos.

Powerful Female Superhero Free PowerPoint Gif Animations

Poses Preview: Waving 1, Pointing Up, Thumbs Up, Waving 2, Power Up

This superhero girl packs beauty and power in one character.  She floats in the air while giving presentations some star power.

• 5 Separate Animations

Superhero With a Cape Free PowerPoint Animation Poses

Poses Preview: Thumbs Up, Waving, Pointing Up, Confused

Sometimes, what you need is a mighty superhero with a cool cape. So, here’s a powerful crime-fighter with a hidden identity behind a mask with laser eyes.

• Based on : Free Superhero Cartoon Character Set

Octoberfest Waitress Free Gifs for PowerPoint Animation Poses

Poses Preview: Dessert, Waving, Thumbs Up, Menu

Next is a lovely blonde Octoberfest-style waitress with sweet desserts and a menu animation poses. Ideal for presentations related to restaurants, bars, beer and sweets.

Chilling Monk Free PowerPoint Animation Poses

Poses Preview: Waving, Tea, Pointing Up

Eastern monk with a hot cup of tea. Nothing less than pure relaxation for your zen presentation.

• 3 Separate Animations
• Based on : Free Monk Boy Cartoon Character Set

Cute Retro Robot Free PowerPoint Animations

Poses Preview: Hiding, Pointing, Shy, Love, Thumbs Up, Waving

This a very cute, shy vintage robot puppet that rocks the retro-futuristic style as a character coming straight out of a SciFi movie from the 60s. Ideal for presentations about technology.

• 6 Separate Animations

Friendly Shark Free PowerPoint Animation Poses

Poses Preview: Attention, Vibing, Waving, Bye Bye

Here’s Sharkboy. The lovable, friendly goofy shark who’s just vibing and will make you fall in love with him.

2. Free PowerPoint Animation Sources by Other Creators

These were the exclusive free PowerPoint animations we had much fun making and were eager to share. Now, let’s move on to the other sources that we recommend when you’re in search of royalty-free animations or gifs under the Fair Use copyright law. We’ll point out the specific terms of each source in its respective category.

📝 Please keep in mind that non-profit and educational projects are always a safe option when using free resources.

2.1. Free Social Media Animations from Cliply

Cliply has a huge collection of premium animated icons and other animations. Depending on if you purchase freebies, premium, or business resources, the licenses and uses vary. This is why make sure to check out the license on every resource you decide to download.

However, today we’re all about free animations. That’s why we’ve selected some great-looking social media icon animations for your social media slides in PowerPoint.

YouTube Icon Free Animation

• Files : MOV, MP4, PNG, GIF
• Height : Up to 1080 px
• License : Free for personal, nonprofit, and educational use.
• Terms : Attribution not required but appreciated

Twitter Icon Free Animation

Tiktok logo free animation, tiktok icon free animation, social media icons free animation, linkedin icon free animation, instagram likes free animation.

• License : Royalty-Free │ Free for personal, nonprofit, and educational use.
• Terms : Attribution not required

Instagram Icon Free Animation

Facebook icon free animation, 2.2. fair use free gifs on giphy.

Aside from the free PowerPoint animations, you can also benefit from using live-action GIFs.  Giphy is one of the databases that offer an endless library of GIFs based on movies, tv-shows, videos, and everything else. You will find out everything viral and the latest memes made into GIFs. Now, the question is. Is it legal to use a free GIF that has a few seconds from a scene from an obviously copyrighted movie or video?

📝  Just like every other creative work, GIFs are copyright material. However . They are more complicated as there is no legal way to license the use of GIFs for the purposes of commercial use. With this being said, in most cases, GIFs fall under the grey area of Fair Use .

With this in mind, you will find out many brands use such GIFs for their blog posts, ads, and social media. You can also use such materials in your PowerPoint presentations to make your visuals more fun and engaging. Especially if you’re an educator and wish to make your lesson more exciting for your student. Memes will save us all! 🙂

Below are some great examples from Giphy great for presentational purposes.

Simpson’s Free Presentation GIF

Cartman free presentation gif, 2.3. fair use free gifs on tenor.

Similar to Giphy,  Tenor also offers a huge database of GIF images on every topic. This database benefits from an entire community of users uploading GIFs on a daily basis so there’s something for everyone.

For example, here’s how to make your cats listen to you and watch your presentation.

Thursday Laser Pointer GIF

Cartoon science presentation gif, 2.4. generating free animated gifs for presentations by motionelements.

And the last source, something we stumbled on recently, is MotionElements . This is a royalty-free marketplace in Asia for stock media where we found a curious way to make presentation GIFs. It’s not free PowerPoint animations but gives an equally nice interaction and life to a presentation.

Their  free animated gifs category  has various few-seconds videos that you can turn into GIFs. When you click a video, you can select which moment from it you’d like as a GIF. Once you’re ready, you can choose to save the GIF in three different sizes.

• Requirements: Downloading freebies requires registration (no credit card info required unless you want to download Premium resources)
• License: Royalty-Free │ Safe for Commercial Use
• Available Gif Sizes from Videos: Small (256 x 144 px), Medium (480 x 270 px), Large ( 640 x 360 px)

Below are a few examples of GIFs we’ve made from MotionElement’s videos to try out the GIF-maker.

Young Successful Businesswoman Free Stock Gif

Welcome to the presentation free stock gif, business concept wordstorm free stock gif, grand opening presentation intro free stock gif, 3. premium animated gif sets.

These were the exclusive free PowerPoint animations by Graphic Mama and free gifs and animations from other sources. We hope you enjoyed the collection and expanded your library with valuable resources for your next presentation.

Now, if you really want to make a hyper-interactive PowerPoint presentation with more matching action poses and versatile concept animations, have a look below.

We made the following animation sets specifically with that idea in mind and we’re excited to show them off.

Nick Smartman Animated GIF Images Collection

Nick is a smart business cartoon character set of 12 animated GIFs. The animations suit many different purposes, like presentations, or social media posts.

• 12 Separate Animations for PowerPoint
• Files : Transparent GIF images
• Based on: Nick Smartman Character Set   │ Puppet

Elegant Businesswoman Animated GIFs Collection

Here’s our lovely elegant business lady character that comes in 12 different presentational animations in GIF format. The animations feature pointing, waving, peeking, targeting, and more.

• Based on: Attractive Businesswoman Character Animator Puppet

Flying Robot Animated GIFs Collection

There is not a single reason why you shouldn’t put a robot character in your presentation. Robots are cool, and everybody loves them. This little guy is jet-packed with 12 different animations and emotions.

• Based on : Flying Robot Cartoon Character Set  │ Puppet

Cute Panda Animated GIFs Collection

Bambootiful panda character arrives with 12 different animations to assist your presentations. The cute panda set features the animated concepts in GIF format files, ready to import and use for your projects.

• Based on: Cute Panda Character Set  │   Puppet

Alice Skinny Jeans Animated GIFs Collection

Alice is a cute, young woman cartoon character with blonde hair. She is available in a set of 12 animated GIFs. Each of them is 1080px tall. They are perfect for many different purposes, for example, you can use them in your presentations, or combine them with text and use them in social media.

• Based on : Casual Alice with Skinny Jeans Character Set  │ Puppet

Alfred Carierist Animated GIFs Collection

Alfred is a smart executive-type businessman character, available in a set of 12 animated GIFs. Each of the animated GIFs is 1080px tall. They are perfect for many different purposes, for example, you can use them in your presentations, or combine them with text and use them in social media.

• Based on: Alfred the Careerist Character Set  │ Puppet

Final Words

Animations in PowerPoint are absolutely awesome. They give that extra chef’s kiss that can turn a presentation into a personal masterpiece. Feel free to use our free Gifs for PowerPoint for your next project and build more engagement.

In the meantime, for more free resources for PowerPoint, check out these related articles.

• The Best Free PowerPoint Templates to Download in 2022
• 30 Free Cute PowerPoint Templates: Collection For A Sweet Presentation
• 25 Free Education PowerPoint Templates For Lessons, Thesis, and Online Lectures

Add some character to your visuals

Cartoon Characters, Design Bundles, Illustrations, Backgrounds and more...

Like us on Facebook

Subscribe to our newsletter

Be the first to know what’s new in the world of graphic design and illustrations.

• [email protected]

Browse High Quality Vector Graphics

E.g.: businessman, lion, girl…

Related Articles

800+ free silhouette graphics to download now, how to create a powerpoint presentation with cartoon character, 100 free cartoon logo templates for fun-tastic projects, 50 free cartoon superhero characters to power up your designs, 100+ free school clipart for your education projects, 500+ free and paid powerpoint infographic templates:, enjoyed this article.

Don’t forget to share!

• Comments (0)

Al Boicheva

Al is an illustrator at GraphicMama with out-of-the-box thinking and a passion for anything creative. In her free time, you will see her drooling over tattoo art, Manga, and horror movies.

Thousands of vector graphics for your projects.

Hey! You made it all the way to the bottom!

Here are some other articles we think you may like:

Monster Business Card Template in Illustrator (Tutorial + Freebie)

by Iveta Pavlova

150+ Free Pattern Designs: Seamless & Fully Editable

by Lyudmil Enchev

Free Vectors

100+ very merry free christmas vectors, looking for design bundles or cartoon characters.

A source of high-quality vector graphics offering a huge variety of premade character designs, graphic design bundles, Adobe Character Animator puppets, and more.

Just $59.95 for a limited time (normally $99.95).

Power up Your Presentations with Dynamic PowerPoint Animations

Add fun and alluring PowerPoint animations to your presentations; your audience will thank you with their focus and attention. Use Animations in PowerPoint, Google Slides, Social Posts, and More!

Get started now and begin downloading unlimited animations for all your projects.

It's Time to Let Your Presentations Shine, Get Started Now!

The animation wow factor.

Boost your Viewer Engagement and Focus

Our PowerPoint animations add a significant increase to viewer engagement. Add even more engagment! Get access to tools and add your message, logo, and images to specially designed animations. Check out our collection of customizable animations.

Your success is our mission

Don't Let Presentation Design Consume Your Time

A perfect solution! Let us provide you with the best tools and vibrant animated designs to help you create captivating presentations faster and easier.

Leverage Animations for PowerPoint and More

Download as gifs in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Keynote. Also, get these animations as Quicktime movie files for use in many popular video editing programs. In addition to your presentations, use these animations in social media posts, training videos, blog articles, and more.

Both Presenter and the Audience Will Benefit

Dramatically increase your viewers' probability of remembering your specific point or message. From teachers to students to business professionals, any presenter will benefit from using these highly engaging PowerPoint animations .

WE ARE HERE TO HELP!

If you have any unanswered questions about our templates, don't hesitate to contact us. We can help you get on your way to creating some dynamic and impactful presentations. Get a head start on your presentation design with our library of professional PowerPoint templates .

PowerPoint Animation Tutorial

Learn more about using our animations in your PowerPoint slides.

• How to Modify, Download, and Insert Animations into Powerpoint

What are PowerPoint animations ? PowerPoint animations are terrific ways to bring your presentations to life by adding character animations or animated elements to your PowerPoint presentations.

If you are looking for animated PowerPoint elements, check out our collection of animated PowerPoint templates here.

If you're looking for a way to create excellent marketing or presentation videos with animation, check out our Slideclips online video maker.

Your presentations are going to be amazing! See Plans and Pricing

© 2009-2021 Eclipse Digital Imaging, Inc.

Quality PowerPoint Templates , Animations, videos, and 3D Clipart. PowerPoint® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Notification Title!

This is the message.

Animated GIFs in PowerPoint: Your Tutorial

Looking for a way to liven up your PowerPoint presentation’s content? How about using a GIF? Animated images are everywhere these days. So why not use GIFs for your presentation content, too?

GIFs are guaranteed to grab your audience’s attention. They’re a fun and entertaining way to highlight your content and key messages. Plus, GIFs have smaller file sizes than videos , which saves you loading time. Learn how to create GIFs and insert them into your presentation.

What is an animated GIF?

GIF stands for graphics interchange format. This is a type of bitmap image format that supports up to 8 bits per pixel, allowing an image to have access to a 255-color palette. GIF files are perfect for images with a small color palette and, of course, animations. Also, the file size is usually smaller than JPEG files.

Most GIF files are animated. That is, they’re not static images, like JPEG files, but repeat automatically after a few seconds. Other GIFs only once and stop on the last image.

Why use GIFs?

GIFs are a great choice if you want to liven up your presentation and use movement to attract your audience’s attention. There are so many possibilities for using GIFs:

• GIFs instead of videos → smaller file size and shorter loading time
• Animated logos
• Animated pictograms
• Illustrating trends, data, processes

Always be mindful of using GIFs appropriately. Since GIFs always draw attention, they should be carefully selected so as not to distract from the content of your presentation . To use GIFs effectively, it is advisable to use them sparingly and strategically incorporate them at the right points in the presentation.

Ideally, GIFs should be placed at key points to emphasize important elements or visualize complex concepts. Additionally, it is recommended to use GIFs that have a clear connection to the message of the presentation and support the topic.

GIFs in Various Industries

GIFs can be used in a variety of industries and professional fields to enhance presentations and make content more engaging.

In the marketing industry , animated logos or GIFs can be used to illustrate trends and statistics. Additionally, GIFs can reinforce their brand message. In education , GIFs can visually represent complex concepts and support the learning process. Even in technical or scientific presentations, GIFs can be used to explain processes or procedures in a visual manner.

The versatility of GIFs allows them to be effectively used in diverse contexts. In casual and informal presentations, humorous or entertaining GIFs can be used to amuse the audience and lighten the mood. In sales or business presentations, GIFs can be employed to present products or services in an engaging way and pique the interest of potential customers.

How to create a GIF

So, you’ve decided to insert a GIF into your PowerPoint? Then you have come to the right place. There are several ways to create a GIF, which we will show below.

Create a GIF directly in PowerPoint

GIFs contain a series of images that are displayed in sequence quickly enough to create an animation. To create these in PowerPoint itself, you can use a transition or, as we’ll explain below, use the slide transition, Morph .

1. Before you start creating, you need to determine the shape and size of your GIF . If you are using a standard widescreen slide, the GIF will also adopt the 16:9 aspect.

2. Open the PowerPoint slide on which you want to insert the GIF.

3. Click on the Design In the Customize group you can set your slide size by clicking Slide Size > Custom Slide Size… .

4. Now insert your desired object, in our case an icon, by going to the Insert tab and selecting Icons in the Illustrations group.

Tip: You can find more professional icons from PresentationLoad for your business here .

5. Choose an icon and create a duplicate of the slide in the thumbnail view by pressing Ctrl+Shift+D (A Morph transition needs two slides with the same object).

6. Now go to the slide with the duplicate and make any changes you want to the icon. For example, change the position, the color or text .

7. Click on the duplicate icon and go to Transition > Morph in the Transition to This Slide group.

8. Stay on the Transitions tab and go to Effects Options . There you can choose how you want the transition to work.

9. Select Objects , as in our example.

10. Click Preview in the Transitions tab to see what your Morph transition will look like.

11. Now go to File > Export and select Create Animated GIF .

12. Select the file size you want and click Create GIF .

13. In the same window, you can also choose how many Seconds to spend on each slide .

14. A progress bar for your GIF file will appear in the status bar at the bottom. This normally takes only a few seconds.

Our GIF looks like this:

Create a GIF in Photoshop

Looking to create your own content and use custom images to make a GIF for your key messages? No problem. Photoshop allows you to turn your own images into GIFs. This is how you do it:

For this tutorial, you need the Photoshop image editor and some experience using it.

1. Remember to use a tripod when taking pictures so that they are taken from the same perspective.

2. Modify each captured image the way it should appear later in the GIF sequence.

3. Make sure all your pictures have the same number of pixels .

4. Import the pictures to a Photoshop file under File > Scripts > Load Files Into Stack . This opens a window. Click Browse to find your pictures. Hold down the Shift key , select your photos, click Open and OK . Your photos will now be imported into a single layer file. On the right side, you’ll see several new layers. These will become the frames of your GIF.

5. Now it’s time to design a frame animation. To do this, go to Window > Timeline at the bottom of your workspace.

6. Click the arrow on the button in the middle of the panel and select Create Frame Animation . Your first photo will now be inserted into the timeline for you.

7. To convert layers into animation frames, go to the upper-right corner of the Timeline panel and click the menu icon. Now select Make Frames From Layers .

8. If your photos are playing in reverse order, go back to the Timeline menu icon again and select Reverse Frames .

9. Click under each frame and select how long it should appear for before switching to the next frame. A transition of one to five seconds is optimal.

10. You can also set an infinite loop for your GIF, copy, paste, and flip the images. Before copying and pasting, set the playback time so you don’t have to set it again for each copy. To copy the images, click on the first image, hold down the Shift key and click on the last image. Then go to the right menu and click Copy Frames . Then switch to Paste Frames in the same menu.

11. When the Paste Frames window opens, be sure to select Paste After Selection . Now you can reverse the frames.

12. Go back to the menu and click on Reverse Frames (as in point 8). Two identical frames should now appear in the center. Delete one of them so that your GIF doesn’t lag.

13. You can preview your GIF by clicking the play button at the bottom of the timeline window.

14. Now save your file as a GIF. First make sure the infinite loop is set to Forever (in the bottom left corner). Now select File > Export > Save for Web (Legacy) to save it.

This quick guide can also be found as a video here .

Find animated GIFs on the internet

Want to insert a GIF into PowerPoint but don’t want to create your own? You can find GIFs on the web using PowerPoint’s online image search .

In PowerPoint, go to Insert > Pictures > Online Pictures… . or Insert Clip Art for older PowerPoint versions. Go to the search box and type animated GIF . Now you can select a GIF from the category you want.

Tip: There is a wide range of online tools and resources available that allow you to create and download GIFs. These tools often offer easy-to-use interfaces and various editing options to customize the desired GIF. Some tools also provide features to optimize the GIF file size to reduce loading times.

Additionally, there are websites that offer a variety of high-quality and royalty-free GIFs that can be used in presentations. Using such resources saves time and allows you to find or create engaging GIFs for your presentation.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint

Now that you know how to create GIFs, let’s show you how to insert them into PowerPoint:

For Windows:

1. Select the slide where you want to insert the GIF.

2. Now go to Insert > Pictures . This will open the Insert Picture From drop-down menu.

3. Select the file you want from one of the locations in the drop-down menu and click Insert .

2. On the Home tab under Insert , go to Picture > Picture from File .

3. In the window that opens, browse for the file you want and click Insert .

How to play animated GIFs

You’ve inserted your GIF on a slide and it still appears as a just a picture. Don’t worry, with just a few clicks, you can play back your GIF.

1. Go to the Slide Show tab.

2. In the Start Slide Show group, click From Current Slide .

3. The GIF file will now play in a continuous loop.

1. Go to the Slide Show menu.

2. Now select Play from Current Slide .

How to adjust the animation loop frequency

Your GIF is now inserted into PowerPoint and playing in an endless loop. To set how often it plays , use the online editor at ezgif.com .

Go to the GIF frame extractor on ezgif.com and upload your GIF file. You can set the repetition by selecting Split to frames > Edit animation > Loop count > Make a GIF! Save the new file and paste it into the presentation again.

Some limitations when using GIFs

Keep the following points in mind when using a GIF in PowerPoint:

• GIFs start automatically when you switch to a slide. This means that it’s not possible to control playback with a mouse click, so keep this in mind during your presentation.
• GIFs have only 256 colors , which can reduce the image quality for photos.
• You can’t create transparent areas with a GIF.
• You can’t crop a GIF.
• Large File Size: To use GIFs effectively in presentations, it’s important to optimize their file size . Large GIFs can slow down loading times and impact the presentation. By reducing the color palette, using compressed images, and limiting the animation duration, the file size of GIFs can be reduced without significantly compromising visual quality. Optimizing the file size ensures smooth playback of GIFs and enhances the user experience during the presentation.

Conclusion : GIFs liven up a presentation

If you want something entertaining to catch your audience’s eye and attention , choose a GIF.

You don’t always have to turn to elaborate videos. A GIF is a great way to illustrate a process or even your key messages . And thanks to its small file size, you won’t have to deal with long loading times . You can also customize your animated GIF by adjusting its loop frequency however you like . Plus, they’re fun and easy to create!

Use an animated GIF; you won’t regret it.

If you have any questions about GIFs or PowerPoint in general, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] . We’re here to assist you.

Are you looking for professionally designed slide templates to support your key message ? Visit our shop for a wide range of slides on various (business) topics available for download. Explore our shop today! ► Go to Shop

You may also be interested in other articles:

• PowerPoint Animations
• Insert a PDF in PowerPoint
• Define the Core Message of Presentations
• Control Your Audience’s Attention

Share this post

• share  
• save  

Design Thinking: Problem Solving with a Difference

Why Corporate Mission Statements Are So Important

7 Tips & Learnings from the Apple Keynote

Got any suggestions?

We want to hear from you! Send us a message and help improve Slidesgo

Top searches

Trending searches

35 templates

108 templates

32 templates

50 templates

mid autumn festival

18 templates

11 templates

GIF Presentation templates

Find a selection of google slides themes and powerpoint templates that contain slides with gifs. having animated elements will make your presentation more dynamic and entertaining.

• Calendar & Weather
• Infographics
• Marketing Plan
• Project Proposal
• Social Media
• Thesis Defense
• Black & White
• Craft & Notebook
• Floral & Plants
• Illustration
• Interactive & Animated
• Professional
• Instagram Post
• Instagram Stories

It seems that you like this template!

Premium template.

Unlock this template and gain unlimited access

Register for free and start downloading now

Mini consulting theme with geometric gifs.

If you are in consulting and need to prepare an effective presentation, use this Slidesgo template. It is fully editable and has animated gifs of geometric shapes that will bring dynamism to your exposition and capture the attention of your audience. Inside you have tables, graphs and photos to explain...

Graphic Design Project Proposal

If you are looking for an outstanding template for your graphic design project proposal, you came to the right place! We have the perfect theme for you. Get creative out there with our animations!

Motion Graphics App Pitch Deck

You have designed the perfect app for motion graphics, how can you present it now very visually and still keeping your company’s essence? Check out this template for PowerPoint! It’s perfect for an app pitch deck for your product. The 3D shapes floating over the soft slides will make your...

Animated Presentation MK Plan

When we finished designing this template, we thought "this would be even cooler if we added some animations". So we did exactly that! This design full of doodles, random brushstrokes and editable elements stands out because, yeah, many icons are animated. Imagine giving a presentation about your latest marketing plan...

Graphic Design Project Proposal Infographics

Download the Graphic Design Project Proposal Infographics template for PowerPoint or Google Slides and discover the power of infographics. An infographic resource gives you the ability to showcase your content in a more visual way, which will make it easier for your audience to understand your topic. Slidesgo infographics like...

Effective Workflow

Got something about how to streamline the workflow at your office so performance and results are even better? A presentation like this one is a good way to do so! Illustrations from Stories by Freepik, simplified layouts, easy-to-understand infographics, calendars and resources and readable fonts—all of this make your slideshow...

Mini Theme with Doodle GIFs

Surprise your students with this fun doodle style presentation that includes animated gifs, they will love it! It's perfect for preparing your elementary school classes. Its design is reminiscent of a notebook, with illustrations of pencils, paper clips, stars, etc. We have also included alternative resources and illustrations from Storyset....

Animated Icons for MK

When it comes to marketing, captivating the audience’s eye is key. And that’s exactly what gifs can do! This template includes a series of slides full of animated icons for all purposes that you can use to speak about your company, your budget, new strategies, what sets you apart… the...

Travel Vlogger Portfolio

Are you one of those people who consider themself a citizen of the world and believe that there are no borders? Do you think you get carried away like a leaf swaying in the wind? Then this template is perfect for you! It has everything you need to present your...

Hello Creative World

Download the "Hello Creative World" presentation for PowerPoint or Google Slides and start impressing your audience with a creative and original design. Slidesgo templates like this one here offer the possibility to convey a concept, idea or topic in a clear, concise and visual way, by using different graphic resources....

Promotional Marketing

Download the Promotional Marketing presentation for PowerPoint or Google Slides and take your marketing projects to the next level. This template is the perfect ally for your advertising strategies, launch campaigns or report presentations. Customize your content with ease, highlight your ideas and captivate your audience with a professional and...

Cute GIFs Theme for Social Media

Download the "Cute GIFs Theme for Social Media" presentation for PowerPoint or Google Slides. How do you use social media platforms to achieve your business goals? If you need a thorough and professional tool to plan and keep track of your social media strategy, this fully customizable template is your...

Cartooney Doodle Gifs Theme

Get ready to express your ideas in a distinct and fun way with this exclusive PowerPoint template, a fun design full of cute, animated doodles. The notebook background of the slides in combination with the doodles are bound to lend charm to your presentation. What's more? It's fully editable, meaning...

Productive Team Meeting

It is 100% proved: teamwork is always a good thing and improves all aspects of any task. At Slidesgo we love to work side by side and help each other. And here you have the result of teamwork: a presentation for meetings that will turn them into very productive meetings....

Doodle GIF School Notebook

Did you use to pay attention in class all the time? Or, on the other hand, did you use to draw things on your notebook all the time? Try to imagine that notebook suddenly coming to life... well, all the drawings, actually! That's what happened in this template. It's full...

Cute Doodle Gifs Lesson

Transform your classroom into a creative and fun environment with this template full of gifs! Great for all ages, this gifs lesson is designed to help students express their creativity and explore their artistic side. With gifs featuring cute doodles and creative visuals, students can learn anything in an easy...

Motion Graphics & Animation Portfolio

Did you know that people pay more attention to videos than to images? And even more so if they are moving images! Motion graphics design style is becoming more and more popular in graphic design, so if you are specialized in this type of animation, job offers will come to...

Dancing Social Media Platform Business Plan

Have you seen all those professional dancers being almost superstars on social media? Yeah, that's an interesting piece of the market... and there's a slice for you! Develop a business plan in order to enter such market! When you have it, start customizing this template and leave your audience speechless...

• Page 1 of 3

Connect with us

How to add an animated GIF to a presentation

Present better.

• Flat Design
• Minimalist Design
• Colorful, Bright, and Bold Design
• Infographic-Style Slides in Presentations
• Bold Typography Design

Animated GIFs, or graphics interchange format files, are looping images that can add an interactive element to presentations. They are convenient to use, short, and engaging, adding a splash of personality to your presentation. Read… ... read more Animated GIFs, or graphics interchange format files, are looping images that can add an interactive element to presentations. They are convenient to use, short, and engaging, adding a splash of personality to your presentation. Read more to learn about GIFs and how to use them in your next presentation. close

When you think of animated GIFs, you’re probably thinking of the silly loops in your group chats. But what if we told you that they also make a riveting addition to your presentations? Used in social media and increasingly on new sites, GIFs can give your presentation a compelling, lively personality. Their popularity inevitably worked its way into the world of PowerPoint presentations since they can also be used for educational purposes, and now we can’t get enough of them. 

What is an animated GIF?

GIF is actually an acronym for graphics interchange format. They are animated image files that loop on repeat, first popularized by the blogging website Tumblr. The GIF format can support nearly 8 bits per pixel and large color palettes, which makes it smaller than JPEGs and therefore faster to load.

Why use GIFs in presentations?

Animated GIFs are a middle ground between images and videos. They add a touch of humor and lightness and can spark up a presentation with their vitality. Their short, looping format is convenient and won’t interrupt or take time. And they often have such a small file size that there isn’t any concern about crashing your PowerPoint or lagging. Using GIFs is ideal as it adds an interactive element to your presentation, such as an animated logo, graph, or even an infographic .

How to find GIFs for presentations?

If you’re interested in using an animated GIF for your presentation but don’t have one ready, you don’t have to worry. You can easily find hundreds, if not thousands, of GIFs online. Googling your keywords plus “GIF” is a great starting point. Websites like GIPHY and Tenor have thousands of GIFs you can browse and search through.

You can also use this search method in PowerPoint. On the slide where you want to add your GIF, find the Insert tab and go to Pictures. Click on Online Photos to find a pop-up webpage that lets you search for Creative Commons images on Bing.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint

Once you have a GIF you want to use in your presentation design , you can easily insert it into a PowerPoint. The process is similar to adding regular images but with a couple more steps. 

Starting at the slide where you want to add your GIF file, go to the Insert tab and select Pictures . Find the GIF in your File Explorer and insert it.

To animate it, jump to the Slide Show tab above and select the From Current Slide in the Start Slide Show to have it play.

How to insert a GIF in Google Slides

Similarly, if you want to embed a GIF in Google Slides, you would start by going to the slide you want. Go to Insert and select Images . Click on Upload from computer.

In the pop-up File Explorer, find the GIF you want to add and click on Open .

Adjust and format your GIF accordingly.

How to insert a GIF in Keynote

If you’re using Keynote on a Mac device, you could still add a GIF by dragging a dropping the gif file from your computer into a slide. You could drag and adjust the GIF the way you would an image.

Find the Format button above and switch to the Movie tab.

You can untick Start movie on click to play the GIF as you go on the slide automatically. And in the Repeat menu, you can choose to turn off the loop, so the GIF can only play once and stop.

How to insert a GIF using URLs

Typically, you might find a GIF you like online but not a direct download link. Or maybe you prefer to add it directly to your presentation without downloading. In that case, on PowerPoint, you could add a GIF using its URL. You right-click and select Copy Image Address .

On the slide where you want to insert your GIF, go to Insert , click Pictures , and select This Device .

In the File Explorer, find the Tools menu and select Link to File .

Paste the address into the File name and press Insert .

How to play animated GIFs

Once you insert a GIF in PowerPoint, you will notice a small play icon directly on the GIF itself. You could click on that to play and pause the GIF as you please. Or if you want to guarantee that the GIF plays automatically during your presentation, then you go to the Slide Show tab, find the Start Slide Show section, and select From Current Slide to have the GIF play on a loop as you present.

How to stop a GIF from looping

If an animated GIF keeps replaying, it can distract you and your audience. This is especially true if you are going to stay on a particular slide for a while. You can, however, fix the number of loops a GIF plays so it doesn’t detract from your presentation.

Using the website ezgif.com , you can edit and create GIFs to suit your needs. First, go to the Split page, where you can then select your GIF by either uploading it or linking it. After you upload it, find the Split to frames button below the displayed GIF to divide it into a set of frames.

At the very bottom of the page, below all the frames of the GIF, you will find the Edit animations button. Find the GIF Options box and in the Loop Count box, add the number of loops you would like your GIF to have. Once you’re done, click on Make a GIF! to produce your new GIF. Click on the floppy disk icon to Save . After you’ve checked your GIF, you can add it to your PowerPoint.

Editing a GIF in PowerPoint

Sometimes, you might want to adjust the size or position of a GIF to make it work within a certain layout or perhaps maintain consistency across different slides. Similar to images in PowerPoint, you can adjust, resize, drag, and rotate a GIF to your liking. In the Format tab, you will find a variety of effects, borders, shadows, reflections, or other options to add to the GIF. Note that although formatting options will not affect a GIF’s animation, some effects might cancel it and render it a still image.

Editing a GIF in Google Slides

Google Slides offers several options and tools for you to edit your GIF. These tools allow you to modify everything from the transparency, color, brightness, contrast, shadows, reflections, and transitions of the GIF to adapt it to your presentation’s theme.

Refrain from using too many effects on your GIFs, as it will overwhelm them and come off as unprofessional. 

How to create a GIF?

Do you have an idea for a GIF you’d like to bring to life and hopefully use for your presentation? Luckily, there are ways to create GIFs that don’t require an extensive animation background.

Create a GIF directly in PowerPoint

To create a GIF in PowerPoint, you will need to create a base of several frames first.

To start, insert the intended image which, in this case, could be an icon from the Insert tab Illustrations section.

Then duplicate the slide, and make any changes to your icons in the new slide. It could be a change to its position, color, and size (or aspect ratio ). You could continue this process until you have the number of frames you need to create the animation you want.

Next, go to the Transitions tab, find the Transition to This Slide group, and select the Morph transition for each slide. Still in the Transitions tab, you can also go to Effects Options and add additional effects to your work.

You can check how your animation looks by clicking on the Preview option in Transitions .

Once you’re satisfied, go to File and then Export .

From there, you’ll find Create an Animated GIF . In that window, you can select the gif file size you want and how many seconds you want to spend on each slide. Lastly, click on Create GIF . Wait for the loading bar to complete its progress and congratulations! You’ve made a GIF!

Create a GIF in Photoshop

To create a GIF in Photoshop, you will need a bit more experience and a grasp of the basics of the program. Photoshop can let you turn your own images into animated GIF files. 

To begin, you will need a series of photos that can constitute an animation, think stop motion. Note that all the images should be taken from the same angle and have the same number of pixels. Start by modifying the images to appear as they should in the GIF.

Import images into the Photoshop program through File , then Scripts , then Load Files into Stack . Browse to find your photos, select all, and click Open . They should now appear in a single-layer file, and on the right, you will find several layers, which will become the frames of your GIF.

Then go to the bottom, find Window, and select Timeline . Click on the arrow in the center of the panel and click on Create Frame Animation . This should move the first photo into the timeline. 

Now to turn the layers into animation frames, go to the menu at the top-right corner of the Timeline panel and select Make Frames From Layers . In case your photos are not in order, you can go back to the Timeline menu and click on Reverse Frames .

Under each frame, insert how long each should appear, between 1 and 5 seconds is ideal. You can also adjust the loop, flip, and copy and paste the images. 

However, when you want to copy and paste, make sure to set the playback time beforehand instead of resetting it for every copy. You can copy the images by selecting all the images and clicking Copy Frames in the righthand menu, and then paste them by clicking Paste Frames . In the Paste Frames window, select Paste After Selection so you can reverse the frames. 

Back in the main righthand menu, select Reverse Frames as we did earlier, and once two identical frames appear, delete one to prevent the GIF from lagging. You can now preview what you’ve made by clicking on the play button. 

Check that the infinite loop is set to Forever in the bottom left corner, then save the file as a GIF. Now save it by selecting File , Export , then Save for Web .

Uses for GIFs in PowerPoint presentations

It’s tempting to use GIFs in your presentation; they add a dynamic quality that certainly grabs attention. Fortunately, there are loads of creative and practical ways to incorporate them. For example, you could have animated icons, have them add subtle background motion or a GIF that flips through several images.

You can also use them to clarify or illustrate ideas like showing data changes, explaining metaphors, changing colors to show progress or even showing a mini-tutorial on how to use a feature in an app or website.

Whichever way you choose to use GIFs, it guarantees added value to your presentation by amplifying your ideas and infusing your PowerPoint with energy.

Animated GIFs are a refreshing addition to break away from the typical presentation formula. Easy, fun, and eye-catching, they are a unique format that gives life to your slides and will ensure that you stand out. Cut to the chase and liven up your presentations with movement that strings your audience along.

References:

• GIF (1): https://techcrunch.com/2015/06/04/tumblr-debuts-its-own-gif-search-engine/

Recommended for you..

20 May 2024

Marvel vs DC: What can we learn?

28 August 2024

The role of CTAs in consulting presentations

18 February 2024

Data Storytelling: A guide for effective data narratives

16 January 2024

Web Design Trends 2024: Elevating web experiences

16 May 2024

Presentation Templates vs. Building from Scratch: Which is best?

30 July 2024

How IBM uses data visualization for impactful storytelling

How-To Geek

How to create an animated gif of a powerpoint presentation.

Your changes have been saved

Email is sent

Email has already been sent

Please verify your email address.

You’ve reached your account maximum for followed topics.

Microsoft Office vs. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides: Which Is Best?

Can't delete a windows file or folder here's how to fix it, the new thinkpad x1 carbon has a 2.8k oled and intel’s latest cpu, quick links, table of contents.

Want a great way to share your Microsoft PowerPoint slideshow on social media, your company intranet, or a blog? You can create an animated GIF of your PowerPoint presentation and share it with the world.

If you have PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 on Windows or Mac, creating an animated GIF is a piece of cake. Since the steps differ slightly, we'll list them separately so that you can jump right to the platform you need.

Create an Animated GIF in PowerPoint on Windows

Create an animated gif in powerpoint on mac, notes on your animated gif.

Open your PowerPoint slideshow on your Windows computer and click File > Export.

Under Export, choose "Create an Animated GIF."

To the right, select the quality in the drop-down list at the top. It's set to medium by default, but you can choose small, large, or extra large if you like.

Optionally, you can check the box for "Make Background Transparent."

By default, the Seconds to Spend on Each Slide is set to one second. This refers to a minimum number of seconds per slide. If you have animations that are longer than the minimum, they will be included. Transitions between slides do not count toward this minimum. You can use the arrows to increase the number of seconds or enter a number in the box.

You can include all slides in your presentation, or a certain range of Slides, using the arrows or the number boxes.

With everything set, click "Create GIF." You should now be able to see your new presentation GIF in the location you chose.

Open your presentation in PowerPoint for Mac and click File > Export from the menu bar.

In the Export window, choose a location in which to save the file. You can rename it if you like, and optionally, add tags. If you want to save it online, click "Online Locations" and pick your Place.

In the File Format drop-down list, select "Animated GIF."

The Image Quality is set to medium by default, but you can pick small, large, or extra large if you prefer. If you want a transparent background, check that box next to Background.

Another default setting is the Seconds Spent on Each Slide, which is one second. Like on Windows, this refers to a minimum duration spent on each slide, in which animations are included, and transitions don't count toward the minimum. You can adjust this by using the arrows or by entering a number of seconds in that box.

You can use all slides in your presentation, or a specific range of Slides, using the arrows or the number boxes.

When you're ready, click "Export." Then, head to the location where you saved the file and grab your GIF.

Here are just a few things to keep in mind for your animated GIF.

• The finished GIF will continuously loop. This is not currently an adjustable setting.
• Hidden slides will not be included in the GIF. Be sure to unhide those slides  first if you want them in the GIF.
• Media like videos or other GIFs, animations, and transitions will be included in the GIF.

Hopefully, this handy Microsoft PowerPoint tip helps you share your presentation quickly and easily wherever you like. You can also save a slide as an image  if you'd like to give that a try!

Related: How to Save a Microsoft PowerPoint Slide as an Image

• Microsoft Office

10 Free GIFs for PowerPoint

23 April, 2018

GIFs are coming back to the game!

Put gifs in your powerpoint today to jazz up your presentation.

Although a good presentation should be simple and concise, a good visual helps audience to remember things easier. Adding GIFs to your PowerPoint slides is a fun way to enhance your slides design. Why GIFs? Because motion attracts attention. In addition, GIFs play automatically and quietly; you don’t need to click on it to start.

Here are 10 free GIFs we selected for you to optimize the visual aspect of your PowerPoint presentation!

Tips: Choose “transparent” background when download the GIF so you can have more flexibility and creativity in design.

Useful GIF icons:

Need a national flag? We got you. MotionElements provides 50 free national flags GIFs. We also offer tourist attraction icons, and daily-life stock GIFs. Come check them out!

1. Phone, iPhone (Download higher quality version)

2. USA – Statue of Liberty (Download higher quality version)

3. USA Flag (Download higher quality version)

How to add this GIF to your presentation:

GIFs for backgrounds:

These GIFs are perfect for the first slide. They are eye-catching but not over the top. Add titles and speaker names onto the GIF, then you are good to go.

1. Clouds time-lapse with inversion filter (Download higher quality version)

2. Silhouettes In An Office Building Against Of Skyscrapers (Download higher quality version)

3. Lines screensaver seamless loop (Download higher quality version)

GIFs for text emphasis:

Want to spice up your title text but get sick of the static icons? Look no more. Here we present you five GIFs that work wonderfully with headers.

Tips: If you want to put text title in the middle of the GIF, just add white highlight!

1. Floral leaf with alpha channel (Download higher quality version)

2. Fireworks Gold (Download higher quality version)

3. Bushy Ball Effects InOut 01 (Download higher quality version)

Bonus! Funny GIFs!

To brighten up your presentation, sometimes you need a funny GIF.

Trump Head expressions (Download higher quality version)

Want more free GIFs for PowerPoint presentation? Click Here

Our GIFs are kept to a maximum resolution of 640 pixels for optimum delivery on your online media such like webpages or EDMs.

Using GIFs in Your Business

Animated GIFs can be used across different online channels in businesses to increase reach and conversions, such as Facebook promotions, digital media, social media and blogs. Here are a few examples on the usages of GIFs:

• Create Your GIFs from the World’s Largest Commercial GIF Library
• GIF x Digital Media
• Use GIFs to Spice Up Your Facebook Promotions
• GIFs in Social Media & Blog Posts

Dec 30, 2019

Create animated GIFs using PowerPoint

Aimee Leong

• Add our blog to your RSS feed reader" href="/rss/blog.xml" data-bi-name="RSS Subscription" data-bi-id="rss_feed" data-bi-bhvr="120" data-bi-socchn="RSSSubscription" title="Microsoft 365 Insider Blog RSS" target="blank" class="d-inline-block">

My name is Aimee Leong, and I’m a PM on the Office Graphics team.

Have you ever had an idea for an animated GIF but didn’t know where to get started? With the new feature Export/Save As Animated GIF, you can now create your ideas in PowerPoint!

How it works

Making an animated GIF is easy – I’ll make two in this post! Follow along with my steps.

Open PowerPoint and insert your media. For my first GIF, I am creating a memorable email signature, so I inserted an animated sticker and some text that I liked:

For my second GIF, I am creating a rotating gallery of images to share on my social media, so inserted a series of images on each slide:

Tip: Adjust the dimensions of your slide via the Slide Size menu: go to Design Tab > Slide Size > Custom Slide Size

Choose your export options in the Create an Animated GIF menu. Go to File > Export > Create an Animated GIF .

In this menu, you can adjust the size/quality of your GIF, and set the seconds spent on each slide:

Tip: If don’t want to adjust the export options, it’s faster to use the Save As menu: go to File > Save As and in the Save-as-Type dropdown, select “ Animated GIF Format (*.gif) “

Click Create GIF.

An Explorer window will open – in here, navigate to where you’d like your Animated GIF exported to. Click Save and PowerPoint will begin exporting your slide(s) as an Animated GIF. Go to your selected folder to see your creation!

Here is my new animated email signature:

And here is my food gallery:

This feature respects all media supported in Slideshow (shapes, text, images, SVGs, videos, Animated GIFs, 3D Models, etc), PPT Animations and PPT Transitions.

A good way to preview your Animated GIF before export is to view your slides in Slideshow Mode.

Requirements

• Windows: Build 2001 (12410.20000)
• Mac: Build 16.33 (19121106)
• Requires an Office 365 subscription
• This feature is not available for Office 2019 or 2016.

We typically release features over some time to ensure that things are working smoothly. This is true for Insiders as well. We highlight features that you may not have because they’re slowly releasing to larger numbers of Insiders. Sometimes we remove elements to further improve them based on your feedback. Though this is rare, we also reserve the option to pull a feature entirely out of the product, even if you, as Insiders, have had the opportunity to try them.

If you have any feedback or suggestions, you can submit them using the Help Improve Office (🙂) button in the top right corner of PowerPoint.

Learn what  other information you should include in your feedback  to ensure  it’s actionable and reaches the right people. We’re excited to hear from you! 

Sign up for the  Office Insider newsletter  and get the latest information about Insider features in your inbox once a month!

None of the media used in this blog post is endorsed by Microsoft. They were selected by the writer as examples only. Animated sticker by Molly Jacques on GIPHY Photos by chuttersnapon Unsplash

Sorry, JavaScript must be enabled to use this app.

Add an animated GIF to a slide

A .gif file can be either a still image or an animated image. If you have animated GIF, this article describes how to insert it on a slide.

If you have a GIF that is a still image, it can't be turned into an animated GIF.

You can add an animated GIF (or meme ) to a PowerPoint slide as you would with any other picture file.

You can insert a GIF file that is stored on your computer hard disk or in OneDrive.

Select the slide that you want to add the animated GIF to.

In the Insert tab of the ribbon, click Pictures .

In the Insert Picture From  dialog box, navigate to the location of the animated GIF you want to add.

Select the file, and then click Insert .

Find animated GIFs on the web

You can also search the web for GIFs by using Insert Online Pictures or Insert Clip Art , depending on your version of PowerPoint. On the Insert tab of the ribbon, choose Insert Online Pictures or Insert Clip Art . Type "animated gif" in the search box.

Determine how many times the animation loops

Animated GIFs often loop repeatedly without end. But you can change that by editing the GIF before you add it to your PowerPoint slide.

Once you have the GIF file saved to your computer, a relatively easy way to edit the GIF is with the online editor called ezgif.com.

Go to the GIF frame extractor (or "Splitter") on ezgif.com .

Under Upload image from your computer , click the Browse button to locate the GIF file on your computer. Select the file and then select the Open button.

Click Upload!

The animated GIF appears on the web page, followed by facts about the file size and dimensions, similar to this picture:

Click the Split to frames button below the animated GIF.

After a moment, a frame-by-frame breakdown is shown on the web page.

Below the many frames (scroll downward on the page as needed), there's a blue Edit animation button.

Click Edit animation .

The set of frames appears again, with a Skip , Copy , and Delay option for each frame. Below the frames are more options, including one for Loop Count .

Under GIF options , in the Loop Count box, type a numeral representing the number of times you want the GIF to play.

Click Make a GIF!

After a few moments, the revised GIF is shown below the Make a GIF! button. Below the revised GIF is a row of buttons, and the far right one is named save .

Click save to copy the revised GIF back to your computer.

Depending on your browser, the file will be saved to your Downloads folder or you'll be allowed to specify where you want the GIF file to be copied to on your computer.

With the revised GIF on your computer, you're ready to insert it on a slide in PowerPoint.

Make an animated GIF from a slide show

Animate text or objects

You can add an animated GIF to a PowerPoint slide as you would with any other picture file. You can insert a GIF file that is stored on your computer hard disk or in cloud storage (such as OneDrive).

On Home tab of the ribbon, under Insert , click Picture > Picture from File .

Navigate to the location of the animated GIF you want to add, make sure the file name ends with a .gif extension, select the file, and then click Insert .

To play the animation, select the Slide Show  menu and then select Play from Current Slide .

You can add an animated GIF to a slide by using PowerPoint for the web, just as you would with any other picture file, but the GIF won't play when the presentation is viewed in Slide Show. PowerPoint for the web can't play animated GIFs.

If playing GIFs is a feature you'd like to see in PowerPoint for the web, we encourage you to suggest features by clicking Help > Feedback > I have a suggestion . 

Insert a picture from your computer on a slide

Select the slide where you want to insert an image.

On the Insert tab, select Picture .

Browse to the picture you want to insert, select it, and then click Open .

After the picture is on your slide, you can resize it and move it wherever you want.

Need more help?

Want more options.

Explore subscription benefits, browse training courses, learn how to secure your device, and more.

Microsoft 365 subscription benefits

Microsoft 365 training

Microsoft security

Accessibility center

Communities help you ask and answer questions, give feedback, and hear from experts with rich knowledge.

Ask the Microsoft Community

Microsoft Tech Community

Windows Insiders

Microsoft 365 Insiders

Was this information helpful?

Thank you for your feedback.

• Video Tools Blu-ray/DVD Tools Mobile Tools Freeware Utility

How to Add a GIF to PowerPoint & Make Presentation Unique

Adding animation to your presentations can grab attention and make them more engaging. GIFs are a fantastic way to achieve this, allowing you to incorporate eye-catching visuals. In this post, we will show you how to add a GIF to PowerPoint . This way, you can engage and entertain your audiences like never before! So, if you’re ready to add humor to your presentation, keep reading this!

Part 1. Can You Add GIFs to PowerPoint

Part 2. how to add a gif to powerpoint, part 3. where do you get gifs for powerpoint, part 4. gif doesn’t play in powerpoint, part 5. faqs about adding a gif to powerpoint.

Let us first answer the common question: can you add GIFs to PowerPoint? Well, if you’re wondering if it’s doable, the answer is YES! You can definitely add GIFs to PowerPoint presentations. They’re a great way to add humor, personality, or visual interest to your slides. In actuality, they function just like any other image file. For good measure, you can incorporate GIFs into your presentations by searching through the web or uploading one from your local file.

PowerPoint’s Supported Formats:

• • Graphics Interchange Format (.gif)
• • MPEG-4 Video (.mp4)
• • Windows Media Video (.wmv)
• • Joint Photographic Experts Group File Format (.jpg, .jpeg)
• • Portable Network Graphics Format (.png)
• • Tag Image File Format (.tif, .tiff)
• • Device Independent Bitmap (.bmp)
• • Windows Metafile (.wmf)
• • Enhanced Windows Metafile (.emf)
• • PowerPoint Picture Presentation (.pptx), and more.

Method 1. Add a GIF to PowerPoint from Local Files

PowerPoint presentations don’t have to be all text and charts. You can add personality and grab attention with animated GIFs. It allows you to add captivating animated GIFs from your local computer to your presentations.

Here’s how to add animated GIF to PowerPoint from local files:

1. Launch Microsoft PowerPoint and open the presentation where you want to include the GIF. Navigate to the Insert tab located at the top of the PowerPoint interface.

2. In the Insert tab, you will find various media options. Look for an option labeled Pictures and click it. Locate the folder where you saved your GIF and click it to insert it.

3. The GIF will now be placed on your slide. If needed, drag and drop the animation to the desired location. The corner handles allow you to resize the GIF to fit your slide layout.

Note: By default, GIF will not play automatically while editing your slide. If you want to see the GIF animation in action, click the Slide Show button.

PowerPoint allows adding GIFs saved from your local files. You can incorporate any GIF you desire, but be mindful of its size. Currently, PowerPoint only accepts GIFs with a maximum of 1.5MB file size. Larger files won’t work with PowerPoint unless you compress GIFs .

Method 2. Add a GIF to PowerPoint From The Web

PowerPoint offers a handy way to insert animated GIFs directly from the web. It eliminates the process of downloading GIFs, making insertion fast and convenient. It has an Online Pictures feature that lets you incorporate captivating GIFs directly from the web.

Here’s how to insert a GIF into PPT online:

1. Open your presentation and select the slide where you want to insert the GIF. Click the Insert tab located in the ribbon at the top of your screen.

2. Select the option labeled Online Pictures and click it. PowerPoint uses Bing to search for online images. In the search bar, type the keywords describing the desired GIF.

3. The search results will display various images. Look for the animated thumbnails with a small play icon to identify the GIFs. Afterward, click the GIF you want to insert into your slide.

4. Once you click the GIF, it will be automatically inserted onto your slide. Similar to the previous method, it appears static in edit mode. It will only come alive during the slideshow.

Similar to adding GIFs from your local file, PowerPoint doesn’t offer control over the animation loop count. The GIF will continuously repeat until you move to the next slide.

Method 3. Set How Many Times The Animation Loops

As mentioned, PowerPoint doesn’t offer control over the number of times your GIF animation loops. The good thing is that there’s a workaround you can try. You can edit the GIF before adding it to your presentation. But here’s a thing. It can be tricky and requires additional steps.

1. Open a web browser and visit the ezgif website. Navigate to the section for editing GIFs. Look for a tool labeled Split and click it to access the editing interface.

2. Under the Upload Image section, click the Choose File button. This will open your computer’s file explorer window. Locate your downloaded GIF file and select it to load it.

3. Click Upload to proceed with the next window. The GIF will appear on the screen along with details. Below the GIF, click the Split to frames ! Button.

4. After a brief moment, the GIF will be displayed as individual frames on the webpage. Scroll down the page, locate the Edit animation button, and click it.

5. Look for the Loop Count box and enter the desired number of times you want the animation to loop. For example, typing 2 will make the animation play twice.

Note: Leaving the box empty will lead the GIF to loop endlessly.

6. Once you’ve set the loop count, click the Make a GIF ! Button. The edited GIF will appear below this button. Below the revised GIF, click the one on the far right labeled Save.

Now that you have the edited GIF with the desired loop count, you can add it to your PowerPoint presentation. You can follow the usual steps for inserting pictures. During your presentation, the animation will only loop the specified number of times you set. Aside from configuring the loop count, you can also change GIF speed .

Animated GIFs can elevate your PowerPoint presentations. But where do you get GIFs for PowerPoint? Here, we’ll cover two methods for acquiring perfect presentation GIFs:

Method 1. Download GIF

GIPHY stores a massive collection of short, looping video clips called animated GIFs. You can search for GIFs by keyword or browse by categories to find the perfect one for your needs. It’s a one-stop shop for finding, sharing, and downloading all things GIF-related!

1. Open your web browser and head over to GIPHY’s official website.

2. Use the search bar to find a specific GIF by typing keywords.

3. Once you’ve found your desired GIF, click it to open it in a detailed view.

4. Look for the download button associated with the GIF.

Note: If you don’t see a download button, press Ctrl+S to save it on your local drive.

Now you have a downloaded GIF, you can now incorporate it into your presentations. Most GIFs on GIPHY are free to download and use. However, there’s a catch. Some creators have specific guidelines for how their GIFs can be used.

Method 2. Make a Custom GIF

A downloaded GIF might be close to what you want but not quite perfect. Maybe the action is slightly different, the characters are wrong, or the text doesn’t match your needs. That’s why creating your own GIF is ideal. It lets you express your creativity and share something entirely new. If you’re looking to create a personalized GIF that exactly matches your needs, consider using AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate . This multimedia software goes beyond just media conversion. It offers a multimedia tool kit with over 20+ tools, including GIF Maker.

For good measure, you can create a GIF from photos or videos. You can upload multiple photos and arrange them in sequence to create a custom animation. If you have specific scenes in a video that perfectly captures a moment, worry not! You can upload the video and cut out the exact clip you want to transform into a GIF. You can even rotate or crop the video to ensure perfect framing for your GIF. On top of that, AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate lets you further customize your GIF. Enhance your GIF with effects and filters and even overlay text/images.

1. Start by obtaining the free download of AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate. Install the multimedia software and wait for the installation process to complete.

Secure Download

2. Once the installation is complete, run the AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate on your computer. Head straight to the Toolbox tab and select the GIF Maker tool.

3. Depending on your GIF creation, select Video to GIF or Photo to GIF to load a file. In this demonstration, we will select the Video to GIF option.

4. Once the video file is uploaded, locate the Cut tool and click it. In the editing window, cut the specific segment of the video you want to use.

After loading the media file, use the Cut tool to cut a specific segment of a video. Then, click Edit to rotate or crop your video to get the ideal framing.

5. After successfully cutting the segment, it is now time for editing. Click Edit to open the editing window. Explore the available tabs like Rotate & Crop, Effects & Filters, Watermark, etc.

6. Once done with GIF editing and enhancement, preview it to check the pre-output. If you’re satisfied with the result, mark the Loop Animation box and click Generate GIF .

After your GIF creation, you can now attach GIFs to PowerPoint. AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate is not just for digital media conversion. It also functions as a GIF maker, allowing you to create a custom GIF. As mentioned, you can also add text to GIF to personalize them. You can include captions, quotes, or even inside jokes.

There are several reasons why GIFs might not play in PowerPoint. The good news is there are usually straightforward solutions! Here, we’ll cover the most common reasons why GIFs doesn’t play in PowerPoint. We’ll provide easy fixes to get your animations up and running.

Unsupported File Format: PowerPoint can only play standard GIF animations. If you’re trying to insert a different video format like MOV, it won’t work. Double-check the file format of your GIF. If it’s not a standard GIF, convert the MOV to GIF format using a media converter before inserting it into PowerPoint.

Incorrect File Path: If you’re referencing a GIF on your local computer, a broken link can prevent playback. PowerPoint relies on the file path you provide to locate the GIF. If you move the GIF file after inserting it, the animation won’t play. Double-check the file path in PowerPoint’s Insert Picture menu. Ensure it is correct and the GIF is still present at that specific location.

Corrupted GIF File: Sometimes, GIFs can become corrupted during download or transfer, causing playback issues. Try downloading the GIF again from a reliable source. You can also test the GIF by opening it in a web browser to see if it plays correctly. If it still doesn’t play, try finding a different GIF. If it still doesn’t play, try using video repair software .

Why GIF is not working in PowerPoint?

There are a few reasons why it might not play as expected. The most common reason a GIF won’t play is because it’s not actually a GIF file. If you’re trying to insert a different format, it won’t work. Always check the file format of your GIF; the .gif extension identifies it.

Why is my GIF not moving?

By default, GIFs won’t play their animations while you’re editing your PowerPoint presentation. However, this doesn’t mean your GIF is broken! To see the animation come alive, you need to switch to Slide Show mode.

How do I play a GIF file on PowerPoint?

Navigate to the Slide Show tab on the ribbon. You can choose From Beginning to start from the first slide. Otherwise, choose From Current Slide to begin from the slide containing your GIF. During the slideshow, the GIF will automatically play its animation when you reach that slide.

This post has equipped you with the knowledge of how to add a GIF to PowerPoint. We’ve explored how to find the perfect GIF online or from your computer, along with the steps to insert it into your slides. Remember, while it doesn’t offer direct loop count control, we discussed effective workarounds to manage animation repeats. We also cover two main ways to acquire GIFs for your presentation. Websites like GIPHY offer a library of downloadable GIFs across various categories. If you can’t find the perfect pre-made GIF, consider creating your own! AnyMP4 Video Converter Ultimate’s GIF Maker allows you to turn your photos or short video clips into a custom GIF animation.

What do you think of this post?

Rating: 4.9 / 5 (based on 341 ratings)

More readings

How to cut an animated GIF and remove unwanted frames? You will find what you want in this single tutorial without requirement of technical skill.

Do not like to install video editing software? This tutorial shows you how to crop and resize a video on EZGIF in your browser.

Boring about the mute GIFs? Here is a comprehensive guide to explain how to add audio tracks to animated GIF images without technical skills.

Explore the top 5 GIF enlarger tools to make animated images look bigger and better. Discover their pros, cons, and features. Make GIFs larger instantly.

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Use
• Support Center
• Contact Center
• Affiliate Program

Select Language

Copyright © 2024 AnyMP4 Studio. All Rights Reserved.

The Best Work-Appropriate GIFs to Use in Your Next Sales Slide Deck

Published: July 21, 2020

Raise your hand if you’ve had to sit through presentations where you struggled to pay attention because slide after slide looked the same. I know I can’t be the only one with my hand raised right now.

When you’re delivering a sales deck, the last thing you want is your prospect to be bored or disengaged, and keeping your prospects engaged and focused can be especially challenging in a virtual environment when everyone is working remotely.

GIFs are a great way to add compelling visual elements to your sales presentations to keep the audience engaged and support your talking points in a fun, creative way. Here are some of our favorite work-appropriate GIFs to include in your next presentation.

The Best GIFs to Use in Sales Presentations

1. dollar dollar bills.

Image Source

Sales conversations often revolve around money. Whether you are discussing how much money your prospect wants to spend, or how much money you can save them by switching to your product, address the financial conversations head-on with this visual.

2. It’s the BIGGEST DEAL

If you’re presenting an amazing deal, don’t be shy about it. Reinforce the value of your offer, and share its cost-effectiveness with your customer.

3. Show Me the Money

There’s no better time to say "show me the money" than when you’re reviewing quota with your sales team. This classic movie quote makes a great presentation visual to accompany money talk.

4. I Heart Feedback

Are you directly asking your prospects for feedback when working with them? If not, you may want to start. Asking for feedback is a great way to gain valuable insight into your sales technique, and can help you understand what information did and didn’t land with your prospects. This visual makes the ask even easier.

5. Working Hard

An accurate representation of sales reps following up with prospects to close as many deals as they can to make quota. We’ve all been there.

6. Showcasing Growth

For our B2B salespeople out there who have helped their clients and customers achieve growth through their products and services, this one is for you. Share the growth and successes of your happy customers with your prospects to inspire their growth.

7. For When You Need To Mention the Competition

Chances are you don’t need to dwell on the competition in your sales deck. But if you do need to mention competitors, this GIF says it all.

8. Stuck Between Two Thoughts

Speaking of the competition, sometimes your prospects feel torn between their options and that’s ok. While this GIF shows empathy towards their position, you can follow it up with concrete reasons why your product is the best choice.

9. Do the Math

Sometimes in sales presentations, you need to do a little math. This GIF is a good visual before presenting quantitative data.

10. When Your Prospect Needs Time to Think

It’s ok to give time and space to think during your presentations. Take a breath and let the content you’ve shared sink in with this GIF.

11. When You Share A Brilliant Solution

As a salesperson, you want what’s best for your prospect which is why you want to provide them with sound solutions. This GIF is perfect for when you make an especially brilliant proposal.

12. For the Celebratory Slide

Whether your team just hit quota and you are building a sales deck for upper management, or you’re meeting with a customer who just had a big win, this GIF is perfect for celebratory moments.

13. Cruising Through

Every salesperson has had experiences working with tire-kickers or prospects who have no intention of seeing the sale through. This GIF pokes fun at that scenario (and happens to be one of my personal favorites).

14. When You Need A Happy Scream

I know, supporting your customers fills you with glee. When you’re so excited and just can’t hide it, this GIF will do the talking.

15. A Round of Applause

This GIF is perfect for acknowledging the wins of your sales colleagues or celebrating a B2B customer’s milestone.

16. Let’s Speed This Up

Remember, the goal is to keep your audience engaged with the material you’re presenting. This classic GIF can be a good way to break up long stretches of information, keeping the prospect’s precious time front and center.

17. Summing Things Up

When it’s time for your pitch to wind down, sum things up with this GIF.

18. Taking Questions

Your meeting is about to wrap, and it’s time to take questions. This GIF is a bit more entertaining than a bland slide that just says Q&A and just might get the song “Independent Women" stuck in your head.

19. It’s Business

At the end of the day, it’s all business. Include this GIF when you need to re-center your audience and remind them of the “why" behind the conversation.

Looking for more ways to make your sales presentations stand out? Check out these sales presentation techniques that will help you close more deals.

Don't forget to share this post!

Related articles.

10 Best Sales Presentations To Inspire Your Sales Deck [+ 5 Tips]

15 Sales Presentation Techniques That Will Help You Close More Deals Today

9 Ways to End Your Sales Presentation With a Bang

7 Apps That Help Salespeople Become Even Better Speakers

7 Secrets of a Winning Capabilities Presentation

Insight Selling: The 8-Slide Framework for a Better Pitch

How to Make a Business Presentation in 7 Easy Steps [Free Business Presentation Templates]

The 8 Types of Presentation Styles: Which Category Do You Fall Into?

How to Handle Difficult Sales Calls Like a Pro

Technology Give You the Middle Finger in a Demo? 7 Reactions to Avoid

Pro Tactics For Mastering Every Type of Sales Deal

Powerful and easy-to-use sales software that drives productivity, enables customer connection, and supports growing sales orgs

• Entertainment

Explore group discussions GIFs

Giphy clips, explore gifs.