How to find a GIF by keyword on iPhone
GIFFF searches animated GIFs by keyword. Describing the reaction you want usually works better than typing a long sentence from your conversation.
App used in this guide: GIFFF ↗
Before you begin
Think about the message the GIF should convey: relief, congratulations, surprise or a friendly goodbye. Specific words narrow the results, while broad words produce more choices to browse.
Step by step
- Open GIFFF and go to Search.
- Enter a short phrase describing the emotion or action.
- Open a result and watch the complete animation rather than judging its first frame.
- Save it to favorites or use Share when you find the right one.
Check the result
Check for text or gestures that change the meaning midway through the animation. A GIF that looks friendly in its thumbnail may have a different tone when played in full.
Limits and troubleshooting
If results are weak, remove extra words, try a synonym or search for the action instead of a character's name. Catalog availability changes, and finding a GIF in search does not grant rights to use it in advertising.
Sources and further reading
Source language may differ
Publisher disclosure: SpaceNode develops the app described here. Screens and options can vary by version, device and region. Manufacturer names identify compatibility and do not imply endorsement.