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How to Insert GIFs in Your Posts (New GIF Button)

Off Grid Andrew

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We've just added a brand new feature — GIF support powered by Giphy! 🎉

Tom Hanks Hello GIF



Now you can easily search and insert high-quality animated GIFs directly into your threads and replies without leaving the editor.

How to Add a GIF (Step-by-step)​

  1. Start composing a new thread or reply as usual.
  2. In the editor toolbar, look for the GIF button (it’s the green button with “GIF” written on it).
  3. Click the GIF button — a search window will pop up.
  4. Type whatever you’re looking for (example: laughing, facepalm, yes, coffee, dance, etc.).
  5. Browse the results and click the GIF you want to use.
  6. The GIF will be automatically inserted into your post at the cursor position.

That’s it! The GIF will display animated in the final post.


Pro tips:
  • You can insert as many GIFs as you want in one post.
  • GIFs work great for reactions, emphasizing a point, or just adding some fun to the conversation.
  • The search is powered by Giphy, so you have access to millions of popular GIFs.

Here’s what the button looks like in the editor:

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