Are you tired of sending boring, static photos and videos on Snapchat? Want to add some fun and excitement to your snaps? Sending GIFs on Snapchat is easy and adds a whole new level of creativity to your snaps.
First, open the Snapchat app and take a Snap, or choose one from your camera roll. Next, tap the Sticker icon at the top right-hand side of the screen. From there, tap the GIF icon and search for the desired GIF using a keyword or phrase. Once you’ve found the perfect GIF, tap it to add it to your snap. When you’re finished, tap the send button to send your snap.
Whether you’re trying to make someone laugh or simply want to spice up your snap game, GIFs are the way to go. So, ready to send some GIF-tastic snaps? Keep reading to learn how!
How To Send GIFs on Snapchat?
GIFs have quickly become an internet sensation over the past few years. They are small looping videos or animations that can express almost any emotion in a few seconds.
With the addition of GIFs to Snapchat, users can now spread joy and laughter with friends in the most direct way possible.
To send a GIF on Snapchat, follow these steps:
- Open Snapchat and take a snap or select a snap from your Memories.
- Tap the sticker icon to access the different editing tools, such as stickers, text, and filters.
- Tap the GIF icon
- Browse through the available GIFs or search for a specific GIF using the search bar at the top of the screen.
- Tap the GIF you want to send to add it to your snap.
- You can resize, rotate, and move the GIF by using the handles around the edges of the GIF.
- Once you’re satisfied with your snap, tap the send icon (it looks like a right-facing blue arrow) to send it to your friends.
However, if you don’t like the GIF on Snapchat, there are many options available from popular apps like GIPHY and Google Keyboard.
To send a GIF using the Google Keyboard on Snapchat:
- Open the Google Play Store on your phone.
- Search for “Gboard” and tap on the app when it appears in the search results.
- Tap “Install” to download and install the app.
- Go to your phone’s Settings.
- Tap on “System” and then tap on “Languages & Input.”
- Tap on “Manage keyboards.”
- Enable the Google Keyboard by sliding the toggle switch to the right.
- Open Snapchat and start a conversation with a friend.
- Tap on the text input field to bring up the keyboard.
- Tap on the smile icon in the bottom left corner of the keyboard. This will open the emoticon and GIF options.
- Type in a keyword to search for a GIF, or use the options on the screen to browse through categories of GIFs.
- When you find a GIF you want to send, tap on it to select it.
- The GIF will be inserted into the text field. You can add a message to go along with the GIF if you want.
- When you’re ready to send the GIF, tap the “Send” button in the bottom right corner of the screen.
Similarly, you can also use the GIPHY app to search for and send GIFs on Snapchat. To do this:
- Install the GIPHY app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the GIPHY app and search for your desired GIF.
- You can either save the GIF to your device and then attach it to a snap in Snapchat, or you can share the GIF directly from GIPHY using the share feature in the app.
By following the steps outlined above, you can easily send GIFs in a fun and easy way while adding personality and flair to your conversations.
Why Can’t I Send GIFs on Snapchat?
There may be multiple reasons why you can’t send GIFs on Snapchat, such as an outdated app version, poor nternet connection, incompatible devices, or unavailability of the feature in your region.
Try updating the app, checking your internet, restarting the app and device, and contacting Snapchat support if the issue persists.
Key Takeaways
- Sending GIFs on Snapchat is a great way to add fun and creativity to your snaps.
- To send a GIF on Snapchat, open the app, take or choose a snap, tap the sticker icon, tap the GIF icon and search for the desired GIF using a keyword or phrase.
- You can also send GIFs using Google Keyboard and GIPHY app.