To send GIFs on an iPhone using the Messages app, follow these steps:
- Open the Messages app and start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the plus (+) button next to the text input field.
- Tap "More" if you don't see the #images app immediately.
- Select the #images app to access a library of GIFs.
- Use the search bar to find a specific GIF by entering keywords (e.g., "birthday").
- Tap the GIF you want to send to add it to your message.
- Optionally, add text, then tap the send button.
The GIF will animate only within the Messages app on Apple devices
. You can also save a GIF you receive by tapping and holding it in the conversation, then selecting "Save." The GIF will be saved to your Photos app for later use
. If you want quicker access to GIFs, you can drag the #images app to your frequently used apps in the Messages app for easier future use
. Alternatively, you can use third-party apps like GIPHY to send GIFs and stickers via iMessage by downloading the app from the App Store and sharing GIFs directly from it
. Make sure MMS messaging is enabled in your iPhone settings if you are sending GIFs via standard text messages (not iMessage)
