How to Add Images to Github ReadMe
- George Apostolov
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How to Add Images to Github ReadMe: step-by-step guide
Click the repository that you want to open.
Go to 'Readme' and click 'Add a README'.
Click on the 'Attach files by dragging or dropping, selecting or pasting them' button.
Once you have added your image, click 'Commit changes'.
Add a commit message to describe the changes.
Add an extended description.
Select 'Commit changes'.
By following these steps, you can add images to Github README.
Quick answer: To add images to a GitHub README, click the repository, open the Readme, and add a README. Next, attach the image using the specified button, then click Commit changes. Finally, add a commit message, include an extended description, and select Commit changes again.
About this GitHub tutorial
Easily embed images in your GitHub README by uploading files, writing a commit message, and saving the changes to your repository. This guide shows how to add Images to Github ReadMe in 8 steps, starting with "Click the repository that you want to open" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can add images to Github README". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub 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 Images to Github ReadMe?
8 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 GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Add Secrets to Github, How to Add SSH Key to Github and How to Approve PR in Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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