How to Change JPEG to GIF

Last Updated: December 17, 2021

JPEG and GIF are two of the most popular image file formats. If you need to convert a JPEG to a GIF or vice-versa, you can use just about any image editing software. We'll show you the simplest way to convert a GIF to a JPEG.

Method 1

Method 1 of 3:

Use Your Image-Editing Software

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Open the JPEG file using the image-editing software you normally use.
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Adjust the size or perform any other editing functions that you desire before you convert the format.

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Click on the “File” menu and choose “Save as...”
- Because you are using the “Save as” option, your original file should remain as it was.
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Use the arrow for the drop-down menu next to “Save as type” and choose the GIF option. On some systems, this setting looks like *.gif.
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Choose your desired folder, if you want to change the file folder or location where the computer will save the file. Alter the file name if you want to, but leave the .gif extension as is.
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Save the file by hitting the save button.

Method 2

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Use an Online Image Converter

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Visit an online image converter to change a JPEG to a GIF. The best way to find one is to use a search engine to look for “convert JPEG to GIF.”
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Open the online converter.
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Browse for the file you need to change. You can convert an image from your hard drive or from an online URL, though not all converters have both options.
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Choose the option to convert to a GIF file. For some converters, you have to upload the image before you can choose how to convert it.
- In cases like this, the online converter should prompt you to browse your files.
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Save the image to your hard drive. Some converters automatically come up with this option. If that doesn't happen, you will see either the converted image or a link to it. Click on the link, if necessary, and then right-click on the image itself. Choose “Save image as” to save it to your hard drive.

Method 3

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Download Software for Batch Conversion

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Search for an image converter software application online. Rather than searching using a search engine, search at a reputable software download site and use the words “convert JPEG GIF.” Consider narrowing your search by specifying only freeware, if you don't want to pay for it.
- Look for editor's ratings for reviews written by the website's editorial staff, or user ratings from actual users who have tried it. Both can provide valuable information.
- If you're not sure which to choose, read through several of the descriptions of products that come up. Don't just read about the product, but go to the website for the company and look for an “About us” page that tells about the company that makes it. See whether it has other products or testimonials from customers.
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Pick software that has a website which not only lists its capabilities but also offers help files to show you how to use the program.
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Download and install the software.
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Run the application. Some programs let you specify multiple files to convert. Others will work in a similar manner to image editing software, in which case you can follow the instructions above.

Community Q&A

Question

Using Microsoft Paint, how do I convert JPEG to GIF?

Community Answer

Open the file, go to "Save As," and on the line where it shows the type of file, click on the down arrow; this shows you your options. Save as gif.

Warnings

Since the GIF format supports only 256 colors, you may lose image quality when you change JPEG to GIF.

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Online file converters often limit the size of the file you want to convert. This is a good choice for a quick conversion, if you don't have another option or are away from your normal computer, but if you experience trouble saving the converted file, check size limitations.

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