Send GIFs on iOS
GIFs can help express your thoughts or reactions with hilarious visuals or sometimes they’re just silly or fun ways to communicate. Texting GIFs with an iPhone (or another iOS device) couldn’t be easier. Apple built a GIF feature into its Messages app, so selecting and sending the perfect GIF is a breeze.
Missing the Images Button in iOS?
If you are missing the #images button in your app drawer, do the following to install:
Send GIFs on Android
With Android devices, you have a few options for texting GIFs. Using the built-in Messages app is very similar to iPhone’s Messages. The following steps work for Android Oreo and newer (unless otherwise stated).
Add a GIF From a Messaging App
The first method works directly from your messaging app.
Add a GIF Using the Gboard Keyboard
If you have the Gboard keyboard by Google, there’s another method to add a GIF. You’ll get an option for stickers or GIFs to browse. Or, to find a specific GIF, tap the search button.
