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Convert QOI to GIF

Convert QOI to GIF format — 100% browser-based, no upload required.

2 cores · low tier

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About these formats

Source

QOI

Quite OK Image

Minimal lossless image format focused on simplicity and fast encoding/decoding. The entire spec fits on a single page — designed for speed, not compression ratio.

Best for

Game assetsReal-time graphicsFast encodingEmbedded systems

Advantages

  • + Extremely fast encode/decode
  • + Lossless
  • + Tiny decoder (~300 lines)
  • + Open & free

Limitations

  • Larger files than PNG
  • No lossy mode
  • No progressive loading
  • Limited adoption
Target

GIF

Graphics Interchange Format

Classic format known for animated images. Limited to 256 colors per frame but universally supported for short animations.

Best for

Simple animationsMemesShort clipsUI elements

Advantages

  • + Animation support
  • + Universal support
  • + 1-bit transparency
  • + Small for simple graphics

Limitations

  • 256 color limit
  • Large animated files
  • No audio
  • Poor photo quality