Image sequence guide

Turn an image sequence into MP4 or WebM

Load numbered PNG, JPG, WebP, or EXR frames, check their order and timing, then export a video on the same device.

Published Dec 15, 2024 · Updated Jul 30, 2026

5 minute guide

Open Image Sequence Player

Result

What you will finish

  1. 01

    A sequence that plays in the intended order

  2. 02

    A frame rate matched to the source animation

  3. 03

    An MP4, WebM, or GIF saved to this device

Before you start

Check the source first

  • Put only the intended frames in the selection and use sequential filenames.
  • Keep frame dimensions consistent. Mixed sizes can produce an unexpected crop or export.
  • For a long or high-resolution sequence, test a short range before exporting the complete job.

Procedure

Steps

The labels below match the current tool workflow. Export behavior still depends on the source files and browser capabilities.

  1. 01

    Prepare the numbered frames

    Keep the dimensions consistent and make the intended order unambiguous.

    Use sequential filenames such as frame001.png, frame002.png, and frame003.png. The player sorts the selected files into a sequence before playback.

    • Keep every frame at the same width and height.
    • Use PNG, JPG, WebP, or EXR frames supported by the player.
    • Remove unrelated images from the selection.

    Source check

    A missing or duplicated frame will be visible during playback. Fix the source sequence before export instead of hiding the problem in the video.

  2. 02

    Open Image Sequence Player

    Load the player before selecting the frame folder.

    The workspace is built around sequence review. It lets you check ordering and timing before committing to an MP4, WebM, or GIF export.

  3. 03

    Select the sequence

    Choose all intended frames in one file selection.

    • Use Select Images and choose the complete sequence.
    • Review the first and last frame after loading.
    • Confirm that the frame count matches the source folder.

    Privacy boundary

    The selected frames are read by the browser on this device. They are not uploaded to a PrivateTools conversion server.

  4. 04

    Set playback and export options

    Choose the frame rate based on the source animation, not the desired file size.

    Use the frame rate that the sequence was rendered for. Common values include 24, 25, 30, and 60 fps. Then choose MP4 for broad compatibility, WebM for browser delivery, or GIF for a short loop.

    • Play the sequence once at the intended frame rate.
    • Check motion, framing, and frame order.
    • Choose an export format accepted by the destination.
  5. 05

    Export and verify the file

    Create the video locally, then play the result before delivery.

    Start the export and keep the tab open while the browser processes the frames. When it finishes, download the file and check its duration, frame rate, and first and last frames.

    Performance

    Export time and memory use grow with frame count, image dimensions, and output settings. A short review file is a better first test than a full-resolution master.

Questions

FAQ

01What image formats can I load?

PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, and other browser-decodable formats. PNG is a good default when you want predictable quality.

02Can I use EXR sequences?

Yes. The Image Sequence Player supports EXR sequence review and export alongside PNG, JPG, and WebP sequences.

03Is there a limit on file size or number of images?

The practical limit depends on your device memory, browser, frame dimensions, and export format. Shorter or lower-resolution sequences export faster.

04Are my files uploaded?

No. The sequence is processed locally in your browser, so the frames stay on your device.

05What frame rates are supported?

Use the rate the sequence was created for. Common rates include 24, 25, 30, and 60 fps, with custom playback and export settings available.

06Can I export GIF instead of MP4?

Yes. Use GIF for short loops and quick previews, and use MP4 or WebM when you need a smaller or more shareable video file.

Review the frames before you encode them.

Open the sequence, confirm order and timing, then choose the delivery format.

Open Image Sequence Player