Essential apps and tools for making GIFs
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for Microsoft
for Android
What is a GIF?
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A GIF is a still image that contains animation and movement that repeats on a loop. It can easily be shared on social media.
How to make and share GIFs
Explore this padlet to find out how to make GIFs and see some examples.
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