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Convert your STEP file to GIF

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Create 3D animations with our easy-to-use and free tool. Our tool lets you upload a STEP (STEP-File) 3D model file, and from this, create an animated GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) file that you can then download and share without the need for any complex 3D modeling software.

How to Convert your STEP to GIF Online?

Here are three simple steps to create an GIF file from a STEP file.

Upload a STEP

Click the "Upload a File" button and select STEP to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select your Options

Set the dimensions and other options, and click the "Convert to GIF" button to convert your STEP to GIF.

Download your GIF

Click the download link once completed to receive your GIF file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my STEP file to GIF?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your STEP file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the STEP to GIF conversion has completed, you can download your GIF file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my STEP to GIF?

We aim to process all STEP to GIF conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the STEP to GIF conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my STEP to GIF on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the STEP file you submit to us. The resulting GIF file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert STEP to GIF on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our STEP to GIF tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our STEP conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

File Format Information for STEP to GIF

ExtensionSTEP
Full NameSTEP-File
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary
ToolsSTEP Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create STEP Animation, Text to STEP, STEP Viewer
Open WithCAD Assistant

Description

The STEP file format is a 3D format defined in 1994 and used to store 3D objects for use in computer-aided design (CAD) applications. STEP files are text-based, formatted files containing one instance per line.

Although STEP files are widely supported by most CAD applications, the format does have its limitations, such as the necessity to read the complete file into memory in order to parse the contents, and due to the textual storage of information, the files can be quite large.

STEP Notes

GIF files, when imported, will be converted to 3D geometry comprising vertices and faces. If the GIF file contains color information, this will be converted where possible.

Supported Features

  • Mesh geometry
  • Mesh colors
ExtensionGIF
Full NameGraphics Interchange Format
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/gif
FormatBinary
ToolsGIF Converters, Create Cookie Cutter, GIF Viewer
Open WithPaint.NET

Description

GIF files have been around since the mid-to-late 1980's and were introduced by CompuServe as a way to compress color images into small file sizes suitable for downloading, at which time most download speeds were limited. The format allows varying-size color palettes of up to 256 colors in total to be defined from a palette of 16 million colors.

Later on, the ability to add animations to the GIF file format was added. GIF files became a popular image file format for the early internet due to their small size, large color palette, and animation capabilities, and they are still popular today.

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