GIF is an old format limited to 256 colors per frame, which can make graphics look banded or posterized. Converting a GIF to PNG produces a higher-quality, lossless image that supports millions of colors and smooth transparency — ideal for static graphics, icons, and the first frame of an animation.
PNG handles transparency far better than GIF, replacing GIF’s single-color transparency with a full alpha channel for soft, anti-aliased edges. For a static image this means cleaner results, especially around curved or detailed edges. Note that PNG is a static format, so the first frame of an animated GIF is captured during conversion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to animated GIFs?
PNG is a static format, so the first frame of the animation is converted into a single PNG image.
Is the PNG higher quality than the GIF?
Yes. PNG supports millions of colors and full transparency, removing GIF’s 256-color limitation.
Is transparency preserved?
Yes, and it is improved — PNG uses a full alpha channel for smoother, anti-aliased edges.