To insert a GIF into your Outlook email, you typically download the GIF first and then add it as a picture within the email message.
Adding animated GIFs can make your email messages more engaging. Here's a simple breakdown of how to insert a GIF you have saved on your computer into an Outlook email:
- Locate and Save Your GIF: Find the GIF you want to use. Download it and save the file to a location on your computer that you can easily access, such as your 'Downloads' folder or a specific 'Pictures' folder.
- Open a New Email in Outlook: Launch the Outlook application on your PC. Start composing a new email message by clicking "New Email."
- Access the Insert Tab: With your new message open, click on the "Insert" tab located in the ribbon at the top of the message window. This tab contains various options for adding content to your email.
- Select the Pictures Option: Within the "Insert" tab, look for the "Pictures" option and click on it. This will open a file browser window, allowing you to navigate your computer's files.
- Browse and Insert the GIF: Navigate through your computer's folders to find where you saved the GIF file. Select the GIF file and click "Insert."
The GIF will then be placed directly into the body of your email message.
Summary of Steps:
| Step | Action | Location/Tab |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Download and save the GIF to your computer | Your PC |
| 2 | Open a new message | Outlook |
| 3 | Go to the "Insert" tab | Message Ribbon |
| 4 | Select the "Pictures" option | Insert Tab |
| 5 | Find and insert the GIF file | File Browser Window |
Once inserted, you can resize the GIF or move its position within the email body before sending your message.
