Put your mind to it with the free thinking GIF maker.

Show the tree of knowledge growing in real time with your own video-turned-GIF using the fast and simple thinking GIF maker from Adobe Express. Upload your video or photo below, customize it your way with text and animations, and let your thoughts blossom.

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How to make a thinking GIF.

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1. Upload.

Drag and drop your video or photo to the thinking GIF maker or browse your computer for the ideal clip.

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2. Customize.

Fine-tune the length of the clip using the slider. Then select the desired file size (large, medium, or small) and your preferred layout (square, landscape or portrait).

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3. Share.

Download your new thinking GIF and share via texts, social media, email newsletters, and more.

Adjust your thinking GIF to reach your audience through any channel.

Create GIFs that titillate, inspire, or generally get your audience thinking with a personalized GIF suited to your intended platform. With the Adobe Express GIF maker, you can easily adjust the orientation of the thinking GIF to fit various social media platforms.

Pore over the message, or get to the a-ha moment quickly.

Create thoughtful GIFs that loop at the right speed to deliver your message. Play around with the easy-to-use video slider to trim and select the perfect clip. You can even preview the thinking GIF in the GIF maker before you download. Adobe Express makes it simple to create and customize GIFs.

Personalize your thinking GIF with your own contemplative videos.

Take that clip of students hitting the books, or a monkey considering a predicament to create your thinking GIF. Enhance the video by adding text effects, filters, and cute graphic elements in Adobe Express. Then drop your edited video into the thinking GIF maker and you have a silly, relevant, and thoughtful thinking GIF to stimulate your audience.

Browse hundreds of thousands of assets to start customizing today.

Use video to say what you can’t with words. Browse the Adobe Stock collection of videos to get started. Easily search for the message you’re trying to send and continue editing from there. You can even bring multiple videos together and turn them into a one-of-a-kind GIF.

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Frequently asked questions.

Can I edit my videos and photos before converting them into a thinking GIF?
Yes, you can edit them before. Adobe Express offers a range of editing tools, including filters, text overlays, and cropping options, allowing you to perfect your videos before turning them into an animated thinking GIF.
What file formats are supported for creating thinking GIFs?
You can use photos or video to create your GIF. Adobe Express supports MP4, MOV, M4V, JPEG, and PNG. You can upload media in these formats to create your thinking GIFs seamlessly.
Will the quality of my videos and photos be preserved in the thinking GIF?
Yes, Adobe Express is designed to maintain the high quality of your media during the conversion process. Your thinking GIFs will retain clarity and detail, ensuring they look professional and captivating.
How quickly can I create a thinking GIF using Adobe Express?
Creating a GIF is incredibly fast. Once you've uploaded your videos and customized your settings, your GIF can be created in just a few seconds, making it a time-efficient tool for busy business owners and content creators.
Can I get Adobe Express for free? If so, what’s included?
Yes, we have a free plan available for anyone. Enjoy everything you need to stand out, including thousands of templates, hundreds of Adobe Stock images, photo editing and effects, and much more. Visit our plans and pricing for details.