Facebook had avoided the use of GIFs on its social network platform in the past, fearing that along with its autoplaying video the News Feed would become overly cluttered. But Facebook users love a meme, and memes and GIFs go hand in hand.
GIFs are about to get even more popular and trendy too, now that they can easily be created within iOS 11 as well as on top-end smartphones such as the Galaxy S8. These can be posted on Facebook simply by clicking the ''Share icon'' on your phone, provided you have the Facebook app installed.
What is a GIF?
A GIF is a type of image file, like a JPG. However, unlike most other image types, GIFs can be a short animated image that plays in a loop. In comparison to a video, GIFs are much smaller files that are more suitable for viewing over slow internet or mobile connections. They're faster to upload, too.
How do I post a GIF to Facebook?
As you can't upload your own GIF files to Facebook, you'll have to upload your home-made files to a cloud storage service that allows direct linking, Or you can just get a pre-made GIF on sites such as Tumblr, Imgur, Giphy, etc.
Typically, you'll need to right-click on the animated GIF and choose Copy Link Address, or similar. Some sites - including Giphy - have a link icon which you can click that copies it straight to the clipboard.
On Google Chrome, select the option to ‘Copy Image URL’. If you're using Firefox instead, look for and select 'Copy Image Location'. On Opera mini you have to 'Copy Image Address'. Other browsers will have slightly different options, but in all cases you're looking for an option that allows you to copy the URL that takes you directly to the GIF.
Now go to your Facebook news feed and paste the link into the 'What's on your mind?' status field at the top of the page. You can use ''Ctrl +V'' on your keyboard, or right-click in the box and select ''Paste''. Wait for a second and the GIF will automatically appear below the URL. You can delete this URL for neatness (the GIF will remain there), and maybe type a message so your friends know why you've posted the GIF. It's all up to you.
Once you're done, click the ''Post button''.
It's that easy!
GIFs are about to get even more popular and trendy too, now that they can easily be created within iOS 11 as well as on top-end smartphones such as the Galaxy S8. These can be posted on Facebook simply by clicking the ''Share icon'' on your phone, provided you have the Facebook app installed.
HOW TO POST GIF ON FACEBOOK MOBILE
Uploading a GIF to your Facebook is simple, although you can not simply attach a GIF to your post as you would do a photo or other image. So continue reading to see how to start using animated images on Facebook.What is a GIF?
A GIF is a type of image file, like a JPG. However, unlike most other image types, GIFs can be a short animated image that plays in a loop. In comparison to a video, GIFs are much smaller files that are more suitable for viewing over slow internet or mobile connections. They're faster to upload, too.
How do I post a GIF to Facebook?
As you can't upload your own GIF files to Facebook, you'll have to upload your home-made files to a cloud storage service that allows direct linking, Or you can just get a pre-made GIF on sites such as Tumblr, Imgur, Giphy, etc.
Typically, you'll need to right-click on the animated GIF and choose Copy Link Address, or similar. Some sites - including Giphy - have a link icon which you can click that copies it straight to the clipboard.
On Google Chrome, select the option to ‘Copy Image URL’. If you're using Firefox instead, look for and select 'Copy Image Location'. On Opera mini you have to 'Copy Image Address'. Other browsers will have slightly different options, but in all cases you're looking for an option that allows you to copy the URL that takes you directly to the GIF.
Now go to your Facebook news feed and paste the link into the 'What's on your mind?' status field at the top of the page. You can use ''Ctrl +V'' on your keyboard, or right-click in the box and select ''Paste''. Wait for a second and the GIF will automatically appear below the URL. You can delete this URL for neatness (the GIF will remain there), and maybe type a message so your friends know why you've posted the GIF. It's all up to you.
Once you're done, click the ''Post button''.
It's that easy!
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