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Why it matters
ChatGPT can now make animated GIFs from text or photos
The Decoder ChatGPT can now turn text prompts and photos into animated GIFs with OpenAI's Images 2.6 model
OpenAI added GIF creation to ChatGPT with its new Images 2.6 model, letting users adjust animation speed and edit individual frames.
Why it matters
ChatGPT users can create and edit short animations for messages and posts without separate design tools.
Latest brief · Nov 4, 2026