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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.

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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.

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During a presentation, a mix of different media types keeps things entertaining, and a well-placed animated GIF is no exception. You can use them to convey a message, demonstrate an activity, capture the audience’s attention, or just add some humor.

Inserting a GIF in a PowerPoint slide is just as easy as inserting any other image. Go ahead and locate the GIF that you'll be using. In this example, we'll use this awesome Final Fantasy VI GIF.

Next, go ahead and open up the PowerPoint presentation and navigate to the slide into which you'll insert the GIF. Once there, head over to the “Insert” tab and click the Pictures” button.

In the window that opens, browse to the location of the GIF, select it, and then click “Insert.”

The GIF will now appear in the slide.

In the regular slide view, the GIF will appear static; it won't animate until the actual presentation. To make sure it's working correctly, head over to the “Slide Show” tab and click the “From Current Slide” button (or press Shift+F5).

You should now see the GIF in action.

When it comes to formatting, you have the same options as you do with a regular image. Play around with the different options until you have the perfect GIF for your PowerPoint presentation!

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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.

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• GIFs can be inserted on the web browser version of PowerPoint, but the file will instead appear as a static image. 
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If you have ever used Microsoft PowerPoint before, you know by now that inserting photos and images can improve your presentation when used correctly. 

But did you know that you can insert animated GIFs into PowerPoint as well? 

Here's how to do so on any computer. 

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1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, click on the "Insert" tab, then click "Pictures." 

2. In the dropdown menu, find the GIF you'd like to upload. Once you've located the GIF you want, click "Open" or "Insert" (whichever appears). Your GIF will then appear on the slide you've selected.

3. To double check that your GIF was successfully inserted, you'll have to view your PowerPoint presentation. Click on the "Slide Show" tab, then click on "From Current Slide."

If your GIF was successfully inserted into the slide, you should be able to view the GIF's animation when the presentation plays.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint on a Mac

1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, make sure the "Home" tab is visible. Underneath "Insert," click on "Picture," then click "Picture from File."

2. Locate the GIF you want to upload, click on it, and then click "Insert." Check to make sure your GIF's file name ends in .gif – if it doesn't, PowerPoint will treat your GIF as a static image.

To check how your GIF looks on the slide, click on "Slide Show" to view your PowerPoint as though you were presenting it. You should be able to view the GIF on its respective slide.

How to insert a GIF in PowerPoint for a web browser

Unfortunately, if you try to insert a GIF in the web browser version of PowerPoint, the GIF will not loop but will instead appear as a static image. You can still insert the GIF, but it will function as if it were a stationary picture.

1. From the desired PowerPoint slide, click on the "Insert" tab, then click "Picture."

2. Locate the GIF you want to upload, click on it, and then click "Open."

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Adding a GIF to your PowerPoint presentation can spice things up and keep your audience engaged. Here’s a quick rundown: Firstly, find a GIF you want to use. Next, in PowerPoint, go to the slide where you want the GIF to appear. Click on the ‘Insert’ tab, then select ‘Pictures’ and choose the GIF file from your computer. The GIF will be inserted into your slide. It’s that simple!

After you complete the action, the GIF will be embedded in your PowerPoint slide. It will play automatically when you reach that slide during your presentation, adding a dynamic visual element that can make your presentation more engaging and memorable.

Introduction

GIFs, those little animated images we all love, have taken the internet by storm. And why not? They’re fun, expressive, and can convey emotions and messages in a way that words sometimes cannot. But did you know that GIFs can also be a powerful tool in your PowerPoint presentations? That’s right! Embedding a GIF in PowerPoint can transform a mundane presentation into a captivating one.

Think about it – a well-placed GIF can break the monotony of text-heavy slides, illustrate a point more effectively than a static image, and inject humor into your presentation. Whether you’re a teacher trying to keep your students’ attention, a business professional making a sales pitch, or a student presenting a project, a GIF can help you connect with your audience. It’s relevant because it caters to the visual learners in the room and adds a multimedia element to your presentation. In short, GIFs can make your PowerPoint presentations pop!

How to Embed a GIF in PowerPoint

The following steps will guide you through the process of embedding a GIF into your PowerPoint presentation.

Step 1: Find a GIF

Choose a GIF that complements your presentation content.

Finding the right GIF is crucial – it should be relevant to your presentation and not too distracting. You can find GIFs on various online platforms like Giphy, Tenor, or simply by searching on Google.

Step 2: Open PowerPoint

Open your PowerPoint presentation and navigate to the slide where you want to insert the GIF.

Make sure you have your presentation file open and ready to go. Navigating to the exact slide saves you time and helps you visualize where the GIF will fit in with your other content.

Step 3: Click ‘Insert’

In the PowerPoint ribbon, click on the ‘Insert’ tab.

This tab houses all the tools you need to add different types of content to your slides, including images, shapes, and, of course, GIFs.

Step 4: Select ‘Pictures’

Within the ‘Insert’ tab, click on ‘Pictures.’

This option allows you to add images from your computer to your PowerPoint slide.

Step 5: Choose and Insert GIF

Select the GIF file from your computer and click ‘Insert.’

Once you’ve clicked insert, the GIF will appear on your slide. You can click and drag to move it or use the corner handles to resize it.

Additional Information

When embedding a GIF in PowerPoint, there are a few additional things to keep in mind. First, make sure the GIF’s loop settings are correct. Some GIFs are designed to loop continuously, while others play only once. Depending on the effect you’re aiming for, you might need to edit the GIF before inserting it into PowerPoint.

Additionally, consider the placement of your GIF. It should complement your slide’s content without overshadowing it. Think of the GIF as an accent – it should enhance, not dominate.

Finally, always test your presentation with the embedded GIF on the device you’ll be using for the actual presentation. This way, you can ensure everything runs smoothly and make any necessary adjustments.

• Find a relevant GIF.
• Open your PowerPoint presentation.
• Navigate to the desired slide.
• Click on the ‘Insert’ tab.
• Select ‘Pictures’ and insert the GIF from your computer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i use any gif in my powerpoint presentation.

As long as the GIF is appropriate for your audience and complements your presentation, you can use it. However, make sure you have the right to use the GIF, especially if your presentation is for commercial purposes.

Will the GIF play automatically in PowerPoint?

Yes, once embedded, the GIF will play automatically when you reach the slide it’s on during your presentation.

How do I resize a GIF in PowerPoint?

You can resize a GIF just like any other image in PowerPoint. Click on the GIF, and you’ll see handles at the corners. Click and drag these handles to resize the GIF while keeping its proportions.

Can I add a GIF to every slide in my PowerPoint presentation?

Technically, yes, but it’s not recommended. Too many GIFs can be overwhelming and distract from your content.

What if my GIF is too large and slows down my presentation?

You may need to resize the GIF using an image editing tool or find a GIF with a smaller file size.

Embedding a GIF in PowerPoint can bring your presentation to life, create a memorable experience for your audience, and help convey complex ideas in an easy-to-understand format. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of humor, illustrate a point, or simply break up the monotony of text-heavy slides, a well-placed GIF can do the trick.

However, it’s important to use GIFs judiciously and ensure they’re enhancing your presentation, not detracting from it. With this guide, you’re now equipped to add that extra flair to your PowerPoint presentations and leave a lasting impression. So go ahead, find that perfect GIF, and watch your presentations transform!

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Introduction to GIFs in Presentations

Since their inception in 1987, the popularity of GIFs has skyrocketed, morphing from a niche image format to a staple of digital expression. They’re not just for social media – infusing presentations with GIFs has become a prevalent trend, making them more vibrant and engaging.

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The Challenge of Controlling GIFs in Slides

One might think using GIFs in presentations is a walk in the park, but there’s a catch: controlling them is not as intuitive as you’d hope. Upon switching to a slide with a GIF, it starts playing immediately, with no option for mouse-click pauses. This can throw off the timing of your talk and potentially distract your audience.

Getting a grip on these lively images is crucial for maintaining the professional flow of your presentation. Let’s dive into how to stop GIFs in PowerPoint .

Key Takeaways

• To pause a GIF from continuously looping during a PowerPoint presentation, press the “1” key. To resume the animation, press the “~” key.
• It’s important to optimize the GIF’s file size for PowerPoint presentations by reducing the color palette, compressing the images, and shortening the animation length to ensure smooth playback and avoid slowing down the presentation.
• While PowerPoint doesn’t provide direct control over GIF playback, you can manage the animation by preparing your GIF files beforehand so that they play as desired upon transitioning to the relevant slide.

Understanding the Basics of PowerPoint GIF Animation

What is an animated gif.

An animated GIF is akin to a flipbook tucked into a digital image file. It’s a series of pictures or frames compiled into one graphic, displayed in succession to create the illusion of motion. Unlike videos, GIFs are silent and loop automatically, usually lasting just a few seconds. With their small file size and compatibility with almost all web browsers and multimedia software, including PowerPoint, they are perfect for injecting some liveliness into static content.

Why Use GIFs in Your Presentation?

GIFs can be an incredibly effective visual aid in your presentations. They have the unique ability to add humor, clarify complex ideas, and inject dynamism into your slides. By visually breaking down processes or highlighting important trends, they become an instantaneous source of engagement.

They’re also time-efficient and less resource-intensive than videos. Where a video clip might be overkill or cumbersome due to its size, a GIF delivers a similar visual impact with far less loading time, keeping your presentation file manageable and ensuring a smooth run-through.

Step-by-Step Guide to Stop GIFs in PowerPoint

How to insert a gif in powerpoint.

To bring your PowerPoint slide to life with a GIF, you just need to follow a few straightforward steps:

For Windows:

STEP 1: Choose the slide where the GIF will show.

STEP 1: Click on the desired slide.

STEP 2: Under the Insert tab, look for Picture > Picture from File.

STEP 3: Browse, pick your GIF file, then click ‘Insert’.

Voila! Your GIF is now ready to charm the audience as part of your presentation!

Methods to Pause or Stop an Animation

When you find yourself needing to take control of an animated frenzy during a presentation, remember these easy methods to pause or stop a GIF on PowerPoint:

• To pause a GIF, press the “1” key.
• To resume without a slide jump, hit the “~” key.
• Note: Shortcut keys like “S” or “+” might show as pause options, but they don’t always work as expected.
• To delete multiple effects at once from the Animation Pane, press “Ctrl”, select the effects, and hit “Delete”. To wipe every animation from a slide in a single go, click the first animation, hold “SHIFT” as you select the last, and press “Delete”.
• If the Animations pane is not visible, switch to Normal view, then reveal it via the Animations tab.

Remember, the goal is to maintain elegance in your execution, so acquaint yourself with these controls beforehand to ensure a performance as smooth as silk.

Additional Tips for Optimizing GIF Usage

Adjusting the animation loop frequency.

To fine-tune the loop frequency of your GIFs so they don’t dominate your presentation, you can take a couple of approaches:

• Before you embed your GIF into PowerPoint, adjust the loop setting using animation editing software like Photoshop or an online tool designed for GIF loop count changes.
• Photoshop steps: Open the GIF, navigate to the Timeline panel, change the loop option from “Forever” to “Once” or a specified number of times, and save your changes.
• Online tools: Upload your GIF, select the loop count, and download the edited version.
• For a more tech-savvy approach, ascertain the duration of a single GIF loop and employ JavaScript to pause the GIF at the end of its loop. This involves adding a bit of code to your presentation, though it may be more complex and not directly related to PowerPoint.

By adjusting the animation loop frequency, you ensure your GIFs only play as long as necessary to compliment your message without becoming a distraction.

Some Limitations When Using GIFs in Presentations

GIFs can spice up your presentations but come with their own set of limitations:

• Limited Color Palette: GIFs can only display 256 colors, which sometimes results in a visible reduction of image quality, especially for photographs.
• No Transparency: One of the drawbacks of using a GIF is that they can’t handle transparency, unlike PNGs. This means you can’t have a smooth, see-through background.
• Non-croppable Nature: Unlike other static images, you can’t use PowerPoint’s crop tools on GIFs. You’d need to pre-edit them using an external tool if cropping is essential.
• Large File Sizes: Although typically smaller than videos, GIFs can become quite hefty, especially if they’re lengthy or detailed. This can bog down your presentation.
• Automatic Play: As mentioned, GIFs begin automatically without an option to start on a click, which could throw off the timing of your presentation if not managed properly.

Being aware of these constraints helps you make informed decisions about how and when to use GIFs in your PowerPoint presentations.

Advanced Techniques for Managing GIFs

Create a gif directly in powerpoint.

Creating a GIF directly within PowerPoint is a neat trick that can add a layer of customization and uniqueness to your presentation . Here’s how you can do this:

• Decide the Shape and Size: The shape and size of your GIF should correspond to the slide aspect you’re using, typically widescreen at 16:9.
• Select and Insert an Object: Go to the Insert tab, choose an object or icon from Illustrations, then place it on your slide. Find professional icons from resources like PresentationLoad.
• Duplicate and Modify: Duplicate the slide (Ctrl+Shift+D) and make any alterations to your object for the second frame of your GIF, such as repositioning or changing color.
• Apply Morph Transition : Apply the Morph transition to the duplicate slide for fluid animation between slides .
• Export as an Animated GIF: Via File > Export, choose ‘Create Animated GIF’, select file size, and decide how long each slide shows before switching.

With these steps, you’ll have a bespoke GIF that’s tailored exactly to your presentation’s thematic needs and aesthetic.

Turn Off All Animations for a Minimalist Approach

For a clean, simple, and distraction-free presentation, you may decide to disable all animations. Here’s an effortless approach to achieve a minimalist look:

STEP 1: Go to the ‘Slide Show’ tab and click ‘Set Up Slide Show’.

STEP 2: In the dialog box that appears, find the ‘Show options’ section.

STEP 3: Check the box next to ‘Show without animation’, and all animations and transitions will be stripped from your presentation when you run the slide show.

STEP 4: To disable animations on individual objects, select the object.

STEP 5: Navigate to the ‘Animations’ tab and open the animations gallery.

STEP 6: Select ‘None’ to sever the ties between that object and animation’s whims.

These methods ensure that your presentation sticks strictly to the content, perfect for formal or serious settings where you need attendees to focus solely on the message imparted, undisturbed by visual flair.

Best Practices for Seamless Presentations with GIFs

Sharpen your presentation skills with controlled gifs.

Incorporating GIFs strategically can seriously enhance your presentation prowess. To sharpen these skills, remember to:

• Practice Timing: Know exactly when your GIF will play and for how long. Rehearsing with the GIFs ensures seamless integration with your verbal delivery.
• Define Purpose: Each GIF should have a clear reason for inclusion. Ask yourself, does it elucidate a point? Add necessary humor? Keep it relevant.
• Learn Audience Adaptation: Understand the temperament of your audience. GIFs may be perfect for a light-hearted crowd but less so for a formal conference.

Controlled use of GIFs suggests you’re not only tech-savvy but also considerate of your audience’s focus and engagement levels. It’s all about finding the right balance.

Leveraging Professional Tools and Solutions

Take your presentations up a notch by leveraging professional tools and solutions for enhanced GIF management:

• Dedicated Software: Advanced presentation software such as PresenterMedia offers extensive control over GIFs, including timing and looping adjustments, directly within your slides.
• Online Platforms: Websites like GIPHY provide a large library of GIFs with integrated tools to customize and optimize them for PowerPoint compatibility.
• Third-Party Apps: PowerPoint add-ins, like Power-user, can offer additional animation features and controls for smoother GIF integration.

By harnessing these professional resources, you ensure that your GIF usage is not only effective but also refined and adapted to professional standards.

These tools are particularly beneficial for those who frequently incorporate multimedia into their presentations and seek to create a lasting impression while maintaining strict control over their content.

Conclusion: The Fine Art of Balancing Entertainment and Control

Incorporating gifs without compromising on professionalism.

While GIFs can add a sprinkle of fun to your presentations, they should not sidetrack from the professional quality of your delivery. Maintaining this equilibrium involves:

• Choosing Wisely: Select GIFs that supplement your message without being overbearing. The content should align with your brand’s tone and image.
• Sizing Appropriately: GIFs should be just the right size on the slide – visible enough to be effective without overpowering the text or other vital content.

By thoughtfully incorporating GIFs, you communicate that you value audience engagement and are adept at current presentation trends, yet you don’t sacrifice substance for style.

Summing Up the GIF Management in PowerPoint

In summary, mastering GIF management in PowerPoint is about harnessing their potential while steering clear of pitfalls. From inserting and playing GIFs with ease to optimizing their usage without losing control, you’ve got a variety of strategies at your disposal. By understanding the nature of loops, employing professional tools, and adhering to best practices, your presentations can be both engaging and polished. Always tailor your approach to GIFs to fit the context and audience, ensuring your professional touch isn’t lost amidst the animated excitement.

By wrapping up these skills, you’ll have your audience captivated and your message delivered with the precision and flair that only well-managed GIFs can provide.

Frequently Asked Questions About Removing Loops from GIFs

Can i permanently disable gif animations in powerpoint.

Yes, you can permanently disable GIF animations in PowerPoint. To achieve this, go to the Slide Show tab, choose Set Up Slide Show, and under the Show options, select Show without animation. This will prevent GIFs from playing during the slideshow.

Are There Any Tools to Control GIF Loops Outside of PowerPoint?

Yes, several online tools, like ezgif.com, allow you to edit GIF loop settings outside PowerPoint . You can adjust the number of times your GIF loops or stop the loop altogether before inserting it into your presentation.

How do I enable an animated gif in powerpoint?

To enable an animated GIF in PowerPoint, insert it like a regular image: Go to the slide where you want it, click on the Insert tab, select Pictures, then browse and choose your GIF file. Once inserted, the GIF will animate automatically during the slideshow.

John Michaloudis

John Michaloudis is a former accountant and finance analyst at General Electric, a Microsoft MVP since 2020, an Amazon #1 bestselling author of 4 Microsoft Excel books and teacher of Microsoft Excel & Office over at his flagship Academy Online Course .

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