How to Send and Save GIFs in iMessage iOS 12

GIFs can always make messages and conversations funnier and more interactive. Do you know how to send GIFs via Messages app? We are going to show you how to send and save GIFs in iMessage conversation in iOS 12.

Updated Nov 02,2018 | by Niko

With iOS 12 update, now iPhone X/XR/XS/XS Max users are allowed to use new Animoji characters and create a Memoji with their own personalities in Messages app. However, this feature is for “all-screen” iPhone users, how about people who are using iPhone 8/8 Plus or earlier iOS devices?

GIF is the solution! It can always make messages and conversations funnier and more interactive. Do you know how to send GIFs via Messages app? In this guide, we are going to show you how to send and save GIFs in iMessage conversation in iOS 12.

How to Send GIFs in iMessage on iOS 12 iPhone

*If you are new to iMessage, check the iMessage Definition and Tips first.

Here’s how to send GIFs in iMessage on iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open Messages app on iPhone, start a new conversation or tap an existing one.

2. Tap on Photos shortcut icon, and tap the GIF you want to share and add it into message.

3. Simply tap the arrows icon to send GIFs in iMessage.

How to Save GIFs in iMessage on iPhone

In addition to sending GIFs to your families or friends, you are able to save GIFs that you receive on your iPhone. Let’s see how it works, and in fact, there are 2 ways to make it.

1. Tap and hold the GIF, then tap Save. The GIF will be saved on your iPhone, and you can find it in Photos.

2. Tap the GIF > the share button at the bottom-left > choose “Save Image”

Using the 2 methods, you can simply save GIFs from iMessage to iPhone.

How to Make Photos or Videos to GIFs

We would like to recommend you a useful GIF maker, allowing you to convert photos and videos to GIFs with ease. IOTransfer offers you 2 methods to create GIFs. The Online GIF Maker page helps you convert photos to GIFs, and the in-built GIF Maker tool lets you make any video clips to GIFs.

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Method 1: Convert Photos to GIFs

· Go to IOTransfer Free Online GIF Maker page

· Click “Add Photos” button to add photos & images

· Set image duration and GIF size

· Click “Create GIF”, and save the generated GIF to PC

This time, you can take advantages of AirTrans, and wirelessly transfer GIFs between PC and iOS devices. Learn more: How to Convert Photos to GIFs – Make GIFs Online.