Export looping gif after effects

After Effects

After Effects empowers you to craft stunning animations, but sometimes, you need a format optimized for web delivery.

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How to export gif in after effects without media encoder

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Enter the GIF – a versatile and widely-used format perfect for short, looping animations. This in-depth guide equips you with the knowledge and techniques to export your After Effects creations as GIFs, ready to be shared and enjoyed online.

While After Effects doesn't natively export GIFs, there are two primary methods to achieve this:

Method 1: Utilizing the Render Queue (Limited Control)

The Render Queue offers a straightforward way to export your composition as a GIF, but with limited control over optimization:

1. Prepare Your Composition: Ensure your animation loop seamlessly at the desired duration.

   Trim any excess frames using the Trim Layers tool.

2. Open the Render Queue: Navigate to File > Export > Add to Render Queue (or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+M on PC or Cmd+M on Mac).
3. Choose Output Module: Click the blue text next to "Output Module" an
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