Your files never leave your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Open the Img Stop Screen to GIF Recorder on a computer, choose the GIF width and frames per second, click record and pick your screen, a window or a tab. Record up to 30 seconds, preview it and download a GIF or a WebM video.
About the Screen to GIF Recorder
The Img Stop Screen to GIF Recorder turns a short screen recording into an animated GIF, right in your browser with no extension or software. Record your whole screen, one window or a browser tab using the browser’s built-in screen-sharing feature.
Recordings can be up to 30 seconds. Set the GIF width and frames per second before you start, then just record, preview and download the GIF – or a WebM video if you need higher quality. It works on computers; phone browsers do not support screen sharing.
Key features
- Screen, window or tabRecord whatever you pick in the sharing prompt.
- No extensionUses the browser’s screen-sharing feature.
- Up to 30 secondsPerfect for short demos and bug reports.
- Width and FPSChoose the GIF size and frame rate.
- PreviewWatch the recording before you download.
- GIF or WebMDownload an animated GIF or a WebM video.
How to use the Screen to GIF Recorder
- Set width and FPS Choose the GIF width and frames per second.
- Start recording Click record and choose Entire screen, Window or Tab.
- Stop and preview Stop within 30 seconds and watch the preview.
- Download Save as GIF or WebM.
Screen to GIF Recorder at a glance
| Price | Free, no watermark |
|---|---|
| Records | Whole screen, window or browser tab |
| Length | Up to 30 seconds |
| Settings | GIF width and frames per second |
| Output | GIF or WebM video; computers only |
| Processing | In your browser – photos are not uploaded |
When to use it
- Show a bug or a feature in a GitHub issue or support ticket.
- Make short how-to GIFs for documentation and help pages.
- Record a quick software demo for Slack or email.
- Capture an animation or effect from a web page.
- Create a GIF for a product page or social media post.
Tips for the best result
- Keep it short – a 5–10 second GIF is much smaller than 30 seconds.
- A width of 600–800 px and 10 fps is a good balance of size and smoothness.
- Record a single window to keep the GIF focused.
- Choose WebM when quality matters more than GIF compatibility.
Frequently asked questions
How do I record my screen as a GIF?
Open the Img Stop Screen to GIF Recorder, set width and FPS, click record, choose what to share, stop when done and download the GIF.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It uses the screen-sharing feature built into desktop browsers such as Chrome, Edge and Firefox.
How long can the recording be?
Up to 30 seconds. Shorter recordings give smaller GIF files.
Does it work on phones?
No. Mobile browsers do not support screen sharing, so use a computer.
Is my recording uploaded?
No. The recording and GIF are created only in your browser.
Learn more
- GIF – how animated GIFs, frames and palettes work
Made and maintained by the Img Stop team.