Apps Create GIF with Snipping Tool app in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to export (save) a screen recording as a GIF with the Snipping Tool app in Windows 11.

Starting with the Snipping Tool app version 11.2505.21.0 for Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11, Microsoft is adding GIF export for screen recordings – designed to boost your productivity and turn quick captures into shareable moments.

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Here's How:

1 Open the Snipping Tool app from the Start Menu, or press the Win + Shift + Skeys.

2 Record a video of an area on your screen you want included in the GIF.


3 If the recorded video is over 30 seconds, click/tap on Continue. (see screenshot below)

GIF export is limited to videos that are 30 seconds or less. If your video is longer than 30 seconds, Snipping Tool will offer to export the first 30 seconds of your video instead.

4 Once the recording preview opens in the Snipping Tool app, perform either action below: (see screenshot below)

• Press the Ctrl + G keys.
• Click/tap on the Create GIF button on the top toolbar.

5 Select (dot) Low (default) or High for the GIF quality you want, and click/tap on Export. (see screenshots below)


6 Perform the steps below to save the recorded video as a GIF: (see screenshot below)

1. Navigate to and select where you want to save the GIF file.
2. Type a File name you want for the GIF.
3. Click/tap on Save.

7 You can now close Snipping Tool if you like.


That's it,
Shawn Brink