- Keep it short — loops of 15–40 frames feel smooth without bloating the file.
- Use 24–30 fps for natural motion; drop to 12–15 fps for a retro vibe.
- Smaller output size (240–480 px) loads faster on social feeds.
- Prefer a transparent background for overlays on colored surfaces.
- Apply a filter (e.g., Vivid or Cool) to make a flat image pop.
- For text overlays, add a stroke so words stay readable on any frame.
- Preview before exporting — what looks fine static can stutter in a loop.
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