Trangram
Free browser-based vector animation editor with shape morphing and motion paths
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About Trangram
Trangram is a browser-based vector animation editor that lets you design and animate without writing code. It runs entirely in the browser, so there's nothing to install and no heavy software to manage. You create shapes, set keyframes, and export finished animations as video files, GIFs, or image sequences. The tool combines what would normally require a vector editor and a motion graphics app into a single interface.
The shape and path tools go beyond basic drawing. You can morph one shape smoothly into another, which is useful for logo animations or abstract motion graphics. Corners can be rounded in multiple styles including inverted rounds and chamfers. Boolean operations let you unite, subtract, intersect, or exclude shapes the way you would in a dedicated vector program. Trim path functionality enables self-drawing effects where a line appears to draw itself across the canvas. Motion paths let you guide an object along a specific trajectory instead of animating position keyframes manually.
Animation controls are designed for precision without complexity. Parent linking lets child objects inherit transforms from a parent, so you can animate a character's arm and have the hand follow automatically. Looping modes include cycle, ping pong, and continue, which handle repetitive motion without duplicating keyframes. Easing functions cover the standard set with ease in, ease out, ease in out, and step options. Clipping masks hide parts of objects outside a defined region, and groups can be animated as a unit with nested support for more complex rigs.
Import works with SVG files and the native TG project format. Export options cover MP4 and WebM for video, GIF for shareable loops, and PNG, JPG, WebP, or SVG for stills and sequences. The range of outputs makes the tool practical for social media content, UI micro-interactions, presentations, or anywhere you need a short looping animation without the overhead of After Effects or a full motion suite.
Trangram targets designers and content creators who need motion graphics but don't want to learn a professional video tool. If you can handle a vector editor like Figma or Illustrator, the interface will feel familiar. The lack of code or scripting means anyone with basic design skills can pick it up. The team uses it to create all the animations on their own site, which serves as a working demo of what's possible.
Access is free with no pricing tiers mentioned. There's a tutorial library on YouTube and community channels on Reddit and Twitter for support and inspiration. The product fills the gap between static vector design and full animation software, giving you enough power to make polished motion content without the steep learning curve.
Key Features
- Shape morphing between forms
- Trim path for self-drawing effects
- Motion path object guidance
- Parent linking for coordinated transforms
- Multiple looping and easing modes
- Export to MP4, WebM, GIF, PNG, SVG
Pros & Cons
What we like
- Runs entirely in the browser with nothing to install
- Combines vector design and animation in one tool
- Completely free with no visible paid tier
- Export options cover video, GIF, and image formats
Room for improvement
- Lacks advanced timeline features of desktop apps
- No audio or sound syncing capabilities
- Smaller community compared to established tools
- Browser performance limits complex projects
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Reviews (10)
Pulled its weight from week one
Came to Trangram after getting frustrated with what I had before. The core workflow is smooth once you are set up. It just works, day after day, without surprises. Mostly using it for making animated explainers for presentations. Would sign up again without thinking twice.
Solid but not perfect
Started using Trangram casually, now it is pinned in my dock. Got real value out of motion path object guidance. Found it works best for making animated explainers for presentations. It would be a five if not for no audio or sound syncing capabilities.
It just works
Started using Trangram casually, now it is pinned in my dock. Where it really wins is export options cover video, gif, and image formats.
Genuinely impressed
Started using Trangram casually, now it is pinned in my dock. Got real value out of runs entirely in the browser with nothing to install. The core workflow is smooth once you are set up. Easy yes for anyone weighing the same trade offs.
Good, with a few caveats
Picked Trangram for the price, stayed for the quality. What stands out is how it handles multiple looping and easing modes. Found it works best for designing looping gifs for marketing content. My only gripe is browser performance limits complex projects. Would sign up again without thinking twice.
Recommended without reservation
Found Trangram on a Show HN thread and I am glad I clicked. The defaults are sensible, so I was not fighting settings on day one. Mostly using it for making animated explainers for presentations. No regrets so far.
Recommended without reservation
Trangram solves a real problem for me without making a fuss about it. The combines vector design and animation in one tool is more useful than I expected. The output quality holds up better than I expected.
Genuinely impressed
Tried Trangram on a side project first, then rolled it out everywhere. What stands out is how it handles export options cover video, gif, and image formats. It fits well for making animated explainers for presentations. Recommending it to people in a similar spot.
Powerful once it clicks
Started using Trangram casually, now it is pinned in my dock. The core workflow is smooth once you are set up. The interface stays out of my way, which I appreciate. One thing that bugs me is browser performance limits complex projects. Hard to imagine going back to my old setup.
Finally something that fits
Have been running Trangram for a while, here is where I land. Their take on export to mp4, webm, gif, png, svg is genuinely good. Found it works best for designing looping gifs for marketing content. It earns its place in my stack.
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