To make a GIF from a video, send the video to the free bot @MakeVideoNoteBot and tap 🎞 GIF — the bot turns the first 10 seconds into a silent looping GIF that you can forward to any chat or save to your GIFs. Like every GIF in Telegram, it is stored as a small video file without sound, which keeps it light and sharp.
Main guide: How to turn any video into a round video note
Step by step
Open the bot
Tap Open in Telegram, then Start in the chat with @MakeVideoNoteBot.
Send the video
Send a video from your gallery or as a file — up to 10 minutes, 20 MB and 4K. Trim it first if the moment you want isn't at the start.
Tap “GIF”
Under What should I do? tap 🎞 GIF.
Forward or save it
The bot sends the GIF. Forward it to a chat, or open it and save it to your GIFs.
The GIF you get
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Length | The first 10 seconds of the video |
| Size | Up to 480 px wide, 15 frames per second, up to 10 MB |
| Sound | None — Telegram GIFs are silent |
| File | A looping MP4 animation, the format Telegram uses for GIFs |
| Cost | 1 of 20 free conversions a day |
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a GIF in Telegram?
Send the video to @MakeVideoNoteBot and tap 🎞 GIF: the first 10 seconds become a silent looping GIF. Forward it to any chat or save it to your GIFs.
Why is the saved file an MP4, not a .gif?
Telegram keeps GIFs as silent MP4 animations: they are much smaller than .gif files and look better. In Telegram they behave like any GIF.
Can I choose which part becomes the GIF?
The bot takes the first 10 seconds. Trim the video in your gallery first to start from the moment you want.
Can I turn a GIF into a round video note?
Yes. Send the GIF to the same bot and tap ⭕ Round video.
Can I make a sticker from it?
Yes. Send the video or GIF to @StickerMakerFromPhotoBot for a video sticker up to 3 seconds.
Do I need Telegram Premium to use @MakeVideoNoteBot?
No. @MakeVideoNoteBot works for everyone, with or without Telegram Premium. Free: 20 conversions a day.
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Video to Round Video Note @MakeVideoNoteBot · Free: 20 conversions a day
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