While a picture speaks a thousand words, we believe GIFs express in more multiples. These lively little creations add both wit and sheer joy to your Gen-Z way reactions. Let’s splash some animated awesomeness in your tweets and retweets, as in this article, we will explain how to upload GIFs on Twitter.
How to Post GIFs on Twitter
Twitter has a built-in library of GIFs from which users can directly upload any of them on the platform. Read more to find out how!
Post GIFs on Twitter on PC
1. Open Twitter and navigate to the Tweet compose box.
2. Click on the GIF icon
3. Either enter a particular keyword in the Search for GIFs bar or select any of the pre-available categories.
4. Choose one from the results, write the caption if you want to, and click on Tweet to post it.
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Post GIFs on Twitter on Android
You can also upload GIFs on Twitter on your Android smartphone directly from the GIF library. Follow the undermentioned steps:
1. Tap on the Compose tweet icon at the bottom-right corner.
2. Tap on Gif.
3. Either choose one from the pre-set categories or search for any specific GIF in the search bar.
4. Now select the one you want to upload, add a comment if you want, and tap on Tweet.
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How to Upload Multiple GIFs on Twitter
You cannot post multiple GIFs on Twitter on the PC, neither from the website nor the app. Fortunately, Twitter lets you upload only up to 4 GIFs per Tweet using the mobile app. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Open Twitter, tap on the + icon at the bottom right corner, followed by Gif.
2. Select a GIF from the library.
3. Tap on GIF at the bottom and select another one.
4. Repeat the step if you want to add more GIFs.
5. Once all the GIFs are added, write the caption and tap on Tweet to post.
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How to Post GIFs on Twitter from Camera Roll
You can also post a GIF you downloaded or created directly from the camera roll, i.e., the device Gallery. However, do note that GIFs from the device library are uploaded in Video format and not in the usual GIF format.
1. Open Twitter and tap on the + icon at the bottom-right corner.
2. Tap on Photos and choose the GIF from the album.
Note: You can even select a specific part of the GIF.
3. Tap on Done at the top-right corner.
4. Add the caption and tap on Tweet to post it.
Now your own GIFs will be uploaded on Twitter. Even though it will be in video format, due to is short length, it would appear as a GIF.
How to Embed GIFs on Twitter on Android
As you now know that downloaded GIFs on Twitter post as videos, you can also embed one on the platform. In this way, you can share any GIF from third-party websites such as GIPHY without having to download it on your device directly and then upload it on Twitter. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Launch GIPHY and find the GIF you want to post on Twitter.
2. Tap on the arrow-like icon and then on Share GIF.
3. Select Twitter from the list, followed by Tweet.
4. Edit the caption as preferred and let the link remain as it is.
Note: You can also add any Photo or Video if you want to.
5. Now tap on Tweet at the top-right corner.
Also Read: How to Save GIF from Twitter on Android
Embed GIF from Twitter GIF Library
If you do not want to embed a link from a third-party website and also do not want to post a GIF directly, you can embed one instead from the GIF library on Twitter. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Open Twitter and tap on the + icon at the bottom-right corner.
2. Tap on Gif and navigate to the GIF which you want to embed and post.
3. Tap on hold on it in the library and select Copy link.
4. Now go back to the homepage, tap on the + icon, followed by Tweet.
5. Paste the link, add the caption, and tap on Tweet at the top-right corner.
Now your followers can see the GIF just by tapping on the play icon or on the link as well.
How to Upload Tumblr GIFs to Twitter
Tumblr is a creative haven, a popular platform used for microblogging and social networking over the internet. To upload a Tumblr GIF, follow the steps given below.
1. Open Tumblr and find the GIF that you want to upload.
2. Click on the three horizontal dots in the top right corner of the GIF and click on Copy link.
3. Compose a Tweet and paste the link.
4. Click on Tweet to post it.
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That is it! We hope our guide helped you upload GIFs to Twitter. If you have any queries or suggestions for us, do let us know in the comments box below. For more such tips and tricks, stay connected to TechCult.
