Exporting your animations from Procreate allows you to share your creations as moving images. One common way to do this is by exporting as an Animated GIF, which is simple and widely compatible.
Here's how you can export your animation from Procreate, focusing on the Animated GIF format:
Exporting as an Animated GIF
Procreate makes it straightforward to turn your animation layers into a looping GIF. Each layer in your Procreate canvas often acts as a frame in your animation when using the Animation Assist feature.
Follow these steps to export your animation as an Animated GIF:
- Tap Modify: Locate the Modify button (wrench icon) in the top-left corner of the interface.
- Go to Actions: Within the Modify menu, tap on the "Actions" tab.
- Choose Share: Tap on the "Share" option.
- Select Share Layers: In the Share menu, tap on "Share Layers".
- Choose Animated GIF: From the format options presented for sharing layers, select "Animated GIF". This will open the Animated GIF interface.
Once you've selected Animated GIF, you'll see options to configure your export.
Understanding Animated GIF Settings
Inside the Animated GIF interface, you can adjust settings before finalizing your export.
- Export Settings: Tap on Export Settings to choose the resolution and quality of your GIF.
- Max Resolution: Provides better quality but results in a larger file size.
- Web Ready: Offers lower quality but produces a smaller file size, ideal for online use where speed is important.
- Looping: Animated GIFs loop by default in Procreate. This means your animation will play continuously when viewed.
Choose the settings that best suit your needs, then proceed with saving or sharing your file.
Choosing the Right Export Setting
Deciding between Max Resolution and Web Ready depends on where you plan to use the GIF.
| Setting | Quality | File Size | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | Higher | Larger | High-quality presentation, closer inspection |
| Web Ready | Lower | Smaller | Websites, social media, email |
By following these steps and selecting the appropriate settings, you can successfully export your Procreate animation as an Animated GIF ready to share.
