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Instagram, the most popular social network for mobile photography has added a new feature to its application. No, for once it is not in the Stories, but in the direct messages of the platform. Now we can send GIF files in conversations, without having to create a Story to use them.
This novelty is automatically reaching all users of the Instagram application and basically works the same as the GIFs in Instagram Stories. A gallery appears and you only have to to select the one that represents you at that momentIt will be sent and the user will receive it perfectly, being able to see the file and answer you. How can I send a GIF file?
First of all, it is recommended that you update the Instagram application to the latest version. If you already have it updated, don't worry, it's a novelty that will arrive automatically. To send a GIF to a contact, go to the direct messages section and select a chat You will see that a box appears in the writing bar that says "GIF" . If we press, a small gallery will appear with the most outstanding GIFs. We can also search for the one we want.
Introducing GIFs in Instagram Direct. Message your friends with the perfect GIF or send a random one if you like surprises. Happy DMing! pic.twitter.com/uKocwLaQ68
- Instagram (@instagram) September 20, 2018
Search by your interest or select a random one
For example, if you're happy and want to express yourself with a GIF, put “Happy” in the search box and all the related ones will appear. Also, a random GIF button has been added. What it will do is send a random image, yes, related to your search.
Remember that these GIFs will be sent automatically, we won't be able to select or edit them, so think carefully if you want to send it before press it. Something that I personally did not like is that you cannot add text below, you must send the GIF and then put the message.
Without a doubt, the ability to send GIFs was one of the functions that the Instagram application was missing. We will be attentive to future updates of the App.
