This article explains how to text a GIF on iOS 10 and later, Android devices, and the Google Gboard keyboard.

GIFs can help express your thoughts or reactions with hilarious visuals, or sometimes they’re just plain silly or fun ways to communicate. Texting GIFs on an iPhone (or other iOS device) couldn’t be easier. Apple has built a GIF function right into its Messages app, so selecting and sending the perfect GIF is a breeze.

Open the Messages app.

Tap the Write icon (square with a pencil) in the top right corner.