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OpenAI Merges Animated GIF Output into Image Generation via New Flag

·2026.11.03 16:57

Key point

The feature, controlled by the image_generation_animation flag, allows users to set frame counts and durations and convert spritesheets into animated GIFs.

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Details

  • OpenAI merged animated GIF output into its image generation pipeline, currently live in Codex code behind the image_generation_animation flag.
  • Users can specify the frame count and duration of each frame, with the ability to convert spritesheets into animated GIFs.
  • Animation is generated by OpenAI's Images API rather than Codex, indicating the feature will extend to ChatGPT.
  • The capability is already present in the codebase but remains behind a feature flag.
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