How to Add a Gif to Wordpress
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Gif to Wordpress: step-by-step guide
Go to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Posts or Pages, and open the content where you want to add the GIF.
In the block editor, click on the + button to add a new block.
Search for and select the Image block or Media & Text block, depending on your layout preference.
Click on Upload to choose a GIF from your computer, or Media Library to select an existing GIF.
Browse and select the GIF file.
After inserting the GIF, you can adjust its alignment, size, and other settings using the block options.
Click Save to save your changes.
Quick answer: To add a GIF to WordPress, open your post or page in the block editor, add an Image or Media & Text block, and upload or select your GIF file from the media library. Finally, adjust the block settings and save your changes.
About this WordPress tutorial
Insert animated GIFs into your WordPress posts and pages using the block editor by uploading or selecting files from your media library. This guide shows how to add a Gif to Wordpress in 7 steps, starting with "Go to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Posts or Pages , and open the content where..." and finishing with "Click Save to save your changes". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Gif to Wordpress?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Add a Menu in WordPress, How to Add a Page to a Drop Down Menu in WordPress and How to Add a Search Bar in Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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