Convert GIF to WebM

To convert GIF to WebM, run npx optimo animation.gif --format webm. WebM is usually far smaller than GIF for animated content. Optimo handles format conversion and optimization in a single step.

Command

Convert a file by targeting the output format:

npx optimo animation.gif --format webm

Tip: add --dry-run to preview changes.

Why convert?

• WebM is usually far smaller than GIF for animated content.
• Great for web delivery when MP4 isn’t required.

Format notes

GIF

Legacy animated image format that is still widely used for simple loops.

• Optimize GIF
• Compress GIF
• Resize GIF
• GIF guide

WebM

Web-first video format that often compresses well and is common for modern browsers.

• Optimize WebM
• Compress WebM
• Resize WebM
• WebM guide