GIFs have become an essential part of online conversations, allowing us to express emotions and reactions quickly and easily. As one of the most popular messaging apps, Telegram offers excellent support for sending GIFs in chats.
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What Are GIFs?
GIF stands for Graphics Interchange Format. GIFs are image formats that support short animated clips, usually without sound.
GIFs are commonly used for:
- Expressing emotions and reactions
- Telling jokes
- Illustrating concepts visually
- Adding humor to conversations
Why Use GIFs on Telegram?
There are several key reasons why using GIFs on Telegram is so popular:
- Visual Communication: GIFs allow you to communicate emotions and reactions visually. A single GIF can say more than words.
- Humor and Wit: GIFs are commonly used to add humor, irony, sarcasm, and wit to conversations. The visuals and animation add impact.
- Ease of Use: Telegram makes finding and sending GIFs incredibly easy with its integrated GIF search.
- Compatibility: GIFs are compatible with all platforms and devices, ensuring the recipient can view them.
How to Find GIFs on Telegram
Telegram offers multiple methods for finding the perfect GIFs:
Search GIFs
The easiest way is to use the integrated GIF search. Simply type @gif followed by keywords in the message field. Relevant GIF results will appear above the field for you to select.
Telegram GIF Search
Browse Trending GIFs
Without entering any search terms, you can scroll through trending GIFs by swiping left/right on the tab.
Browse Themed GIF Tabs
Tabs like Reactions, Entertainment, Sports, Stickers, and more allow browsing GIFs by theme.
Telegram GIF Tabs
How to Send GIFs on Telegram
Sending Telegram GIFs is very straightforward:
- Open the chat where you want to send the GIF
- Bring up the GIF search using any method above
- Select the GIF you want to send
- The selected GIF will be sent instantly
Alternatively, you can also send a GIF from your device’s gallery:
- Tap on the attachment icon (paperclip)
- Select Gallery
- Tap on the GIF file to send it
Saving GIFs
Found a GIF you love? Easily save it for later use:
- iOS: Long press the GIF and tap “Save GIF”
- Android: Tap the download icon in the upper-right corner
Saved GIFs are accessible in the “Saved GIFs” tab.
Creating Your Own GIFs
You can also create custom GIFs from videos and share them on Telegram:
- Record or edit a video
- Ensure it’s in MP4 or MOV format
- Optimize resolution and size
- Send as a document to Telegram
- Telegram will automatically convert to GIF
By following these tips, adding GIFs into your Telegram conversations is fun and easy. Visually express yourself today!
