Glims (Beta)

Product Introduction

1. Glims is a browser-based video creation platform designed to transform static images and short video clips into dynamic showreels with built-in customization tools. It enables users to convert Figma designs, photos, and videos (up to 10 seconds) into animated content with adjustable speed, aspect ratios, and visual effects like grayscale or grain. The tool operates entirely in the browser with native video processing, eliminating cloud dependency while supporting GIF/Video conversion and music integration.
2. The core value of Glims lies in its ability to simplify professional-grade video editing for non-experts, offering Figma-level simplicity for motion design. It prioritizes privacy by processing media locally on users’ devices and delivers rapid results through predefined templates and one-click adjustments, making it ideal for time-sensitive projects.

Main Features

1. Glims enables seamless conversion between video and GIF formats with adjustable playback speed (0.5x–3x) and aspect ratios (1:1, 9:16, 16:9) to meet platform-specific requirements like social media or Figma embedding. Users can process Figma frames directly as stop-motion sequences or combine multiple clips into a single reel.
2. The platform provides real-time visual customization, including grayscale filters, noise overlays, and background music integration from local files. All edits are rendered instantly in the browser using WebAssembly for performance, with no uploads to external servers.
3. Glims supports batch processing of up to 50 static images or short video clips (10-second limit per clip) into unified showreels. Users can preview changes instantly, export in MP4 or GIF formats, and reuse settings across projects via saved presets.

Problems Solved

1. Glims addresses the complexity of traditional video editors by offering a no-code, browser-based solution tailored for quick showreel creation, reducing production time from hours to minutes. It eliminates the need for software installations or advanced editing skills.
2. The tool serves designers, marketers, and content creators who require rapid prototyping of visual content for social ads, portfolio presentations, or product teasers. It is particularly valuable for Figma users needing motion-enabled previews of static designs.
3. Typical scenarios include creating work-in-progress showreels for client reviews, converting e-commerce product images into scroll-stopping ads, and animating Figma prototypes to demonstrate UI/UX flows without coding.

Unique Advantages

1. Unlike cloud-based editors like Canva or Adobe Express, Glims processes data locally, ensuring full GDPR/CCPA compliance and offline functionality. Its browser-native architecture removes latency caused by file uploads or rendering queues.
2. The integration with Figma allows direct import of .fig files, auto-converting layers into animated sequences without manual asset extraction. This feature is unique to Glims and streamlines workflows for design teams.
3. Competitive advantages include a 3-day free trial with full feature access, 50% faster export speeds compared to web-based rivals, and a specialized focus on showreels rather than general video editing. Backed by the team behind appshots (used by 100,000+ designers), it leverages proven design tool expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How does Glims ensure privacy during video processing? Glims processes all media locally in your browser using WebAssembly and Web Workers, meaning files never leave your device. No data is stored on external servers or shared with third parties.
2. What file formats does Glims support? The tool accepts JPEG, PNG, MP4, MOV, and Figma .fig files. Exports are available as MP4 (H.264) or GIFs, with resolutions up to 1080p and file sizes capped at 500MB for browser stability.
3. Can I use Glims for free? Glims offers a 3-day free trial with full access to Pro features, including unlimited exports and advanced filters. After the trial, subscriptions start at $9/month with a 50% discount during the beta period.
4. How does the Figma integration work? Users can upload Figma files directly, and Glims will parse layers into individual frames. These frames are automatically sequenced into a stop-motion animation, with adjustable frame duration (0.1–2 seconds) and transition effects.
5. What browsers are supported? Glims works on Chrome 89+, Firefox 86+, and Safari 15+ with WebAssembly support. Video exports may be slower on Safari due to hardware acceleration limitations.