You can export your animations to a range of preset sizes and aspect ratios. PhotoMirage automatically defaults to the closest export preset match for your image. If you use a crop preset, no adjustments will be required in the Export window.
Custom sizes and settings
If you set a Free form crop size, or use the Original Proportions option, and there is no aspect ratio match in the export presets, PhotoMirage will size your image to the closest export preset.
When there is a mismatch in the aspect ratio of the image and the export preset, by default, the image is sized to fit the frame (some areas are cropped). If you prefer, you can disable the Size image to fill frame check box. This will add black bars to fill the frame (rather than crop).
Other settings in Custom export include: File Type, Image Size, Frame Rate, Codec, and Quality.
Animation Loop Duration
The Animation Loop Duration setting determines the minimum playback time for your animation. PhotoMirage social media export presets generally use an animation loop duration of 6-10 seconds. If using a Custom setting, a duration value of 6 or more seconds is recommended for any image that you plan to view on a mobile device. This ensures that the video displays long enough to enjoy the animation.
To ensure the smoothest possible playback for a looping animation, it’s best if the Animation Loop Duration value is a multiple of the Speed value.
To export your animation
1 In the main application, click the Export button .
2 In the Export window, do one of the following:
• If you used a standard crop preset, the corresponding export preset is applied automatically, so no changes are required.
• If you did not use a crop preset or you chose Custom from the Export window, choose the custom settings you want.
3 Click OK, and choose a destination and file name for your animation.
4 Click Save.
Depending on the size of the image and the complexity of the animation, it will take few seconds to render the animation file.