7 GIF Keyboards For Android To Share GIFs With Ease in 2019

Whether you call them ‘Jiff’ or ‘Giff’, GIFs are all the rage right now. Be it social media or messaging platforms, people have now started sharing GIF images instead of emojis to share their emotions. Heck, some like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram have built-in features that let you share with ease. However, not all platforms have native GIF support, which is where the GIF keyboards come in the picture.

GIF keyboards are super handy. They let you send GIFs instantly without having to switch apps. And if you are on the lookout for some cool keyboards with GIF support, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some awesome GIF Keyboards for Android. So what are we waiting for? Let’s get right into it.

7 Best GIF Keyboards for Android in 2019

1. Gboard

Google’s Gboard app needs no introduction, does it? It has everything you can expect from a modern keyboard app. It’s fast, reliable, supports gestures, has AI-assisted prediction, and a lot more. In one of the recent updates, Google also added the ability to send GIF images from within the Gboard app. While typing, you can simply tap on the “G” logo on top of the keyboard to pull up the GIF option. From there, you can search for the desired GIF by typing the keyword in the search box. In addition to Gboard’s GIF collection, you can also choose to make your own GIFs, which is simply awesome. And if you are looking for a bit more personalization, then you can also use Gboard’s ‘Minis’ feature to create your very own Bitmoji-like avatar.

Download Gboard (Free)

2. SwiftKey Keyboard

SwiftKey is the go-to keyboard app for a lot of users who replace their native keyboard app. It’s popularly known for its highly efficient auto-correct feature and text predictions. But do you know what else is SwiftKey known for? It’s GIF support. Yes, SwiftKey is not only a spectacular keyboard with a ton of features, but it also brings a ton of emojis and GIFs. To send GIF images, you can simply tap on the Emoji button on the keyboard and then select the ‘GIF’ option. From there, you can browse SwiftKey’s collection of GIF images. Since SwiftKey sources its GIFs from GIPHY (which is one of the biggest GIF websites in the world), you can rest assured that you’ll find almost any GIF you’re looking for. So if you are looking for a good keyboard app with GIF support, then SwiftKey is worth checking out.

Download SwiftKey (Free)

3. Fleksy Keyboard

Next up, we have Fleksy in our list. This is a powerful keyboard that has made it to a lot of our “top keyboard apps” list mainly for its features like customizable keyboard sizes, support for keyboard shortcuts, and more. Lately, Fleksy has also been gaining a lot of traction among modern-day smartphones users for its GIF support. Much like the other apps that we’ve listed in this article, Fleksy keyboard also lets you search for the GIF image of your choice without having to open any other app. In addition to GIF images, you can also choose to send Memes, stickers, and more. Personally, Flesky is one of favorite GIF keyboards so I don’t have any qualms in recommending this one.

Download Fleksy Keyboard (Free)

4. GIF Keyboard by Tenor

GIF Keyboard, as the name suggests, is a dedicated keyboard app that works more like a search engine for GIF images. It’s got a huge library of GIFs and is also pretty fast when it comes to pulling up the results after you enter a keyword. It is, however, worth noting that the GIF Keyboard works as a supplementary app to compliment your existing keyboard app. Unlike the other keyboard apps that we’ve listed in this article, it doesn’t have an alpha-numeric keyboard of its own so, your default keyboard will kick in at times when you’re typing something.

Download GIF Keyboard by Tenor (Free)

5. TouchPal Keyboard

TouchPal is easily one of the most popular GIF keyboards on the Play Store, thanks to its rich features. And guess what? TouchPal’s long list of features also includes GIF support. Much like the other keyboards in this list, TouchPal also lets you search for the GIF image of your choice. To send a GIF image, you can simply tap on the Emoji icon on the top-right corner of the keyboard and select GIF. Here, you’ll see a ton of different GIF images that are neatly separated into different categories. You’ll also find an option to look for the recently used GIF and trending GIF towards the right. Awesome, right? Plus, you can always search for GIFs via TouchPal which is definitely useful.

Download TouchPal Keyboard (Free)

6. Facemoji Emoji Keyboard

Don’t let the name fool you here because Facemoji Emoji Keyboard has a lot more to offer than just emojis. Yes, this keyboard has thousands of emojis, but it also supports GIF, and it’s very much capable of competing with the other keyboards in this list. Facemoji Emoji Keyboard has a huge library of GIFs, and it’s a lot of fun to use. The keyboard also has a search function to find more GIFs on the web, which is always handy to find just the right GIF image. Besides that, the keyboard also lets you turn your face into an emoji/ animoji. So yes, this keyboard was built for people who really like sharing their emotions with GIFs or animated emojis.

Download Facemoji Emoji Keyboard (Free)

7. Go Keyboard

Lastly, we have the Go Keyboard on the list, which is yet another promising keyboard app. It has a dedicated GIF button on the top that lets you browse its vast library of GIFs. You’ll also see dedicated tabs for recent, trending GIFs, and more. The keyboard also lets you search for the GIF image of your choice, which makes it really easy to use. Besides GIFs, Go Keyboard also supports emojis, stickers, tons of themes, fonts, different layouts, etc. Yes, there are a ton of Go keyboards on the Play Store, so be sure to click the link below to download the one with GIF support.

Download Go Keyboard (Free)

Native GIF Support in Popular Apps

Remember at the beginning of the article we said how most popular apps come baked with built-in GIF support? That’s right, most messaging and social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, etc. now have built-in GIF support that lets you easily search and send GIF images without the need for a third-party keyboard. Here are a couple of examples –

1. WhatsApp

When you are in a WhatsApp conversation window, simply tap on the emoji icon to expand it. You’ll now see a GIF option at the bottom, tapping on which will show you all the available GIFs. You can also search for the ones you are looking for.

2. Instagram

Just like WhatsApp, Instagram also lets you send GIF images when you are having a conversation via DMs. You can pull up the GIF option by tapping on the “+” icon followed by “GIF” option. Instagram uses GIPHY’s rich repository of GIFs, so you’ll find almost anything you are looking for.

3. Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger’s long list of features also includes GIF support. When you are the chat window, you can tap on the emoji icon on top of the text field to see the GIP option. Tapping the GIF option will show you all the available GIF images. Much like the other platforms, you can also search for the GIF of your choice.

4. Twitter

Twitter is yet another popular platform that supports GIF. You share GIF images through both your tweets and through the DMs. In both cases, you can find the GIF option right next to the text field. You can tap it to see all the available GIFs. All the GIFs here are separated into different categories, so it’s very easy to use.

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Which Are Your Favorite GIF Keyboards for Android

Well, that wraps up our list of Best GIF Keyboards for Android with which you can send GIF images with ease. Considering the fact that most messaging and social media apps now supports GIF, you shouldn’t have any issues using them. In any case, if you do face any difficulty while using any of these keyboards, then be sure to drop a comment down below and we’ll take a look.