Are you a fan of sharing memes and funny moments with your friends on Facebook? Well, Facebook Messenger has made that more enjoyable with its GIF search feature. GIFs, or Graphics Interchange Format, are animated images that add a humorous or emphatic touch to your conversations. Let’s delve into the world of GIFs on Facebook Messenger.
Facebook Messenger integrated GIFs in 2016, making it easy for users to share these animated images in chats. This feature is powered by the popular GIF library, Giphy, allowing users to search and share an extensive collection of GIFs.
How to Use GIFs on Facebook Messenger
Using GIFs on Facebook Messenger is as easy as sending a text message. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open a conversation in Messenger.
2. Tap on the ‘+’ icon at the bottom left corner of the text box.
3. Select ‘GIF’ from the options that appear.
4. A search bar will appear. Type your query, and tapped ‘Send’ beside a GIF to share it.
Searching for Specific GIFs
You can search for GIFs using keywords related to the content you want. For instance, typing ‘Happy Birthday’ will display GIFs celebrating birthdays.
Pro Tip: Be creative with your search terms to find the perfect GIF. For example, searching ‘dance fails’ might yield hilarious results.
Browsing Categories
If you’re unsure what to search, you can browse through various categories. Tap on ‘Categories’ under the search bar to view popular and trending GIFs.
Pro Tip: ‘最近’ (Recently) is a category that showcases the latest GIFs available, helping you stay updated with the trending memes.
GIF Stickers: A Step Further
In 2017, Facebook Messenger took things a step further by introducing GIF stickers. These are animated stickers based on popular characters and trends, adding an extra layer of fun to your conversations.
Using GIF stickers is similar to using regular GIFs. After tapping on the ‘+’ icon in the chat box, select ‘Stickers’ instead of ‘GIF’ and browse the sticky GIFs.
Sticker Packs
GIF stickers are available in packs, each with its unique theme. You can browse and add these packs to your collection by tapping on the ‘Manage’ button in the sticker selector.
Pro Tip: Some sticker packs may require an in-app purchase, so keep an eye on those.
Creating Your Own GIFs
With the status of GIFs in messaging apps, it’s no surprise that users are eager to create their own. Unfortunately, Facebook Messenger doesn’t offer in-app GIF creation like some other apps. But that’s no issue – there are numerous GIF creation tools online that you can use to create your own masterpieces and share them on Messenger.
Pro Tip: A popular choice is EZGIF.com, which offers a user-friendly interface and various editing options.
Experimenting with GIFs can dramatically change the tone of your conversations, making them more expressive and entertaining. So go ahead, explore the world of GIFs on Facebook Messenger and share your favorites with your friends and family.
