Note: The information in this article applies to Clipchamp for personal accounts. While you can also import your own GIF files in Clipchamp for work, the GIPHY integration and exporting in GIF format as described in this article are currently only available in the personal version.
You can add GIF files to your Clipchamp videos, either by:
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adding them directly from your computer or cloud storage.
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adding them from the GIPHY integration within the content library tab.
How to import your own GIFs
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Click the import media button in the your media tab to access your device files.
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You can also click on the down arrow to connect cloud storage integrations like OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox.
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Alternatively, drag and drop your GIF file from your computer into the media bar.
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Your GIF will now appear in the your media tab. Drag and drop your GIF onto the timeline.
How to import GIFs from the GIPHY integration
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Click on the content library tab.
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Click on the visuals drop down arrow.
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Click on GIPHY to open the entire GIPHY library.
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Search using keywords in the search bar, or click GIPHY for GIFs or stickers by GIPHY for stickers.
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Drag and drop your GIF onto the timeline. If you already have a video on the timeline, make sure to add your GIF as the top asset on the timeline.
How to edit your GIF size and location
The resize tool helps you change your GIF size.
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Click on your GIF in the timeline so it's highlighted.
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Click on any corner of the GIF file inside the stage.
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Drag your cursor in to make your GIF smaller, or out to make it larger.
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You can also change the location of your GIF by clicking on the file inside the stage, then dragging and dropping it to a new place in the frame.
