GIF converter GIF to ASCII animation
Upload a GIF and turn each scene into ASCII art while keeping its movement.
Your file is converted on this device without being uploaded to a server.
Upload a GIF to create moving ASCII art.
Copy frame copies one scene as text. Save a GIF to share the animation.
Make ASCII animation from your GIF
- Choose a short GIF or try the sample.
- Adjust density, brightness, contrast and character set to update the preview.
- Choose a playback speed and save the GIF, or copy a single frame as text.
Frequently asked questions
Is my GIF uploaded to a server?
No. Reading the GIF, converting it to ASCII and creating the new GIF all happen in your browser. The file never leaves your device.
Which GIFs can I convert?
Animated GIFs up to 10 MB, 10 seconds, 1024px per side and 500 frames. Short clips with a simple background and clear contrast give the sharpest result.
Can I convert an MP4 or other video?
Only GIFs are supported for now. Turn a video into a short GIF first. For a single photo, use the image to ASCII converter, and for a spinning donut or cube, try Motion art.
Where can I use the ASCII animation?
Post the saved GIF in Discord, chat apps, social media or a GitHub README. If you need plain text, copy the current frame as text.