But, now with the latest update, it will also support searching, choosing and sending GIFs from the WhatsApp app. This eliminates the requirement of a separate Giphy client, the GBboard app and pre-saved GIF’s.
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How To Use
The particular function will be available under the emoji button in the text box. WhatsApp now features a new bottom bar that lets you choose between emoji and GIF. After selecting the GIF option, you can choose the GIF according to your requirement or search through Giphy.
Other Changes
WhatsApp has not only added the GIF search feature but, has also increased the media sharing limit to 30. Previously, users could only send 10 images or videos at a time.
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Availability
For using the new feature and improved media sharing limit, the user needs to have 2.17.6 beta version. If you want, you can enroll yourself in the WhatsApp for Android beta through Google Play Store.