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Windows Snipping Tool Now Lets You Record Animated GIFs
Windows Snipping Tool can now export screen recordings as animated GIFs — perfect for tutorials, demos, or quick sharing.
📸 Capture It. Animate It. Share It.
Microsoft is bringing GIF recording support to the Windows 11 Snipping Tool! In version 11.2505.21.0, now rolling out to Canary and Dev Channel Insiders, you can record your screen and export it directly as a shareable GIF.
🎬 What’s New?
- 🔄 GIF Export: Turn screen recordings (up to 30 seconds) into animated GIFs.
- 🖱️ Quick Controls: Choose low quality (small file size) or high quality (better clarity).
- 📋 One-Click Actions: Save it or copy it straight to your clipboard.
“Designed to boost your productivity and turn quick captures into shareable moments,” says Microsoft’s Dave Grochocki.
⚙️ How It Works:
- Press Win + Shift + R to open the screen recorder.
- Start recording and hit Export GIF.
- Done — you’ve got a GIF ready to go!
🧠 AI Features Also Rolling Out:
- ✂️ Perfect Screenshot: Smart resizing based on content.
- 🖍️ Color Picker: Grab HEX, RGB, or HSL values.
- 📝 Text Extractor: Copy text without taking a screenshot.
- 🖌️ Draw & Hold: Create clean lines and shapes.
- ✂️ Trim Tool: Remove unnecessary video moments.
