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GIF Upscaler

Real-ESRGANAnimated GIF

Enhance animated GIFs with Real-ESRGAN x4 in the browser. Keep the same size for sharper GIFs or export 2x and 4x versions.

Source GIF
Choose a GIF
Drop a GIF here, or click to choose one.

Export a sharper 2x GIF.

  • Same size
  • Upscale 2x
  • Upscale 4x
No data
How it works

ArtPlayer decodes the GIF frames, runs Real-ESRGAN x4 on each frame, optionally downsizes the result, and encodes a new animated GIF locally.

Real-ESRGAN frames
Each GIF frame is enhanced with the same local AI image upscaler used by ArtPlayer image tools.
Same size or larger
Enhance at the original size, export a practical 2x GIF, or keep the full 4x result.
Frame-aware export
The tool keeps frame timing while rebuilding the animation as a new GIF.
Private workflow
The GIF is decoded, enhanced, and re-encoded in this browser without uploading the source file.

How it works

Three steps to finish the browser workflow.

  1. 1

    Choose a GIF

    Enhance animated GIFs with Real-ESRGAN x4 in the browser. Keep the same size for sharper GIFs or export 2x and 4x versions.

  2. 2

    Output mode

    ArtPlayer decodes the GIF frames, runs Real-ESRGAN x4 on each frame, optionally downsizes the result, and encodes a new animated GIF locally.

  3. 3

    Enhance GIF

    Preview the enhanced animated GIF before downloading it.

Everything you need

Core details about privacy, browser support, output, and practical limits before you start.

Real-ESRGAN frames

Each GIF frame is enhanced with the same local AI image upscaler used by ArtPlayer image tools.

Same size or larger

Enhance at the original size, export a practical 2x GIF, or keep the full 4x result.

Frame-aware export

The tool keeps frame timing while rebuilding the animation as a new GIF.

Frequently asked questions

Find quick answers about privacy, browser support, exports, and what to try when a file is heavy.

Are files uploaded for this tool?

This browser tool processes the selected media locally on this device. The file is not uploaded to ArtPlayer servers for this workflow.

Will the export have a watermark?

No. ArtPlayer browser tools do not add watermarks to exported files.

Why can processing take time?

The work runs in your browser, so speed depends on your device, browser, memory, source size, and the export settings needed for the result.

Which browsers work best?

Recent Chrome, Edge, and other modern Chromium browsers usually work best for heavier browser media processing.

What should I try if a large file fails?

Try a smaller source, close other heavy tabs, reduce resolution or duration first, and keep the tab open until the export finishes.

Can I enhance a GIF without changing its size?

Yes. Same-size mode runs Real-ESRGAN x4 first, then downsizes the frames back to the original GIF dimensions for a cleaner result.

Does same-size mode keep true 4x resolution?

No. It improves perceived sharpness at the original dimensions. Choose 2x or 4x output when you need a larger GIF.

Why are long GIFs limited?

Every frame needs AI inference and GIF re-encoding in the browser, so frame and pixel limits keep the tab responsive.

Which GIFs work best?

Short, small GIFs, anime clips, pixel art, UI recordings, and low-resolution stickers usually benefit most from AI enhancement.

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