You can add a GIF keyboard to your iPhone by installing a keyboard app, enabling it in iOS Settings, and switching to it while typing in a messaging app.
1. Install GIF Keyboard · Editor · Master
Download the app from the App Store and open it once so iOS can register the keyboard extension.
2. Open iPhone Settings
Go to Settings, then Keyboard settings, and add the GIF Keyboard · Editor · Master keyboard.
3. Open a messaging app
Open Messages, WhatsApp, or another app that supports custom iOS keyboards.
4. Switch to the GIF keyboard
Tap the keyboard switcher, choose the GIF keyboard, then search for the GIF you want to send.
5. Search and send GIFs
Search GIPHY and Tenor from one keyboard, choose a reaction, and send it in your conversation.
• Create custom GIFs from your own media
If you want more than trending GIF search, open the app to create GIFs from videos or Live Photos. You can crop, resize, adjust speed, reverse playback, and optimize GIFs for sharing.
1. How do I add a GIF keyboard to my iPhone?
Install a GIF keyboard app, enable it in iOS Keyboard settings, then switch to that keyboard while typing in a messaging app.
2. Why can’t I see my GIF keyboard?
Make sure the app is installed, the keyboard is enabled in iOS Settings, and the app you are using supports custom keyboards.
3. Can I use a GIF keyboard in iMessage?
Yes, if the keyboard is enabled and iMessage allows the keyboard in your current conversation.
4. Can I use a GIF keyboard in WhatsApp?
Custom keyboards are commonly used in WhatsApp on iPhone, but behavior can depend on iOS settings and app permissions.