On this post, tap the comment icon to add a new comment.

(It must be a new comment because you cannot reply to another comment with a GIF.)

Youll see various GIFs on your screen.

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Instagram will add your GIF comment as soon as you tap an animated GIF.

You and the other post viewers can now see your animated image comment.

To do that, find your GIF comment.

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Tap and hold on it, then choose the trash can icon.

Instagram will immediately delete your comment, and youre all set.

Can You Post a GIF Comment From Instagram’s Web Version?

Choose “GIF."

What if You Dont See the GIF Comment Option in Your Instagram App?

When youve updated the app, launch the app and attempt to post your GIF comment.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, you cant reply to a comment with a GIF comment.

Choose the GIF.

you could only post new comment threads with GIF images.

Can you add a GIF from your phone as a comment?

No, you cant add a GIF you’ve saved to your phone as an Instagram comment.

Select “Update."

it’s possible for you to only choose from the GIFs available in Instagrams own repository.