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# coreILLA - Emails - How to Add GIFs to Your Emails in coreILLA


Adding GIFs to your emails can make them more engaging and visually appealing.

Benefits of Using GIFs in Emails
*   **Increased Engagement:**
    *   GIFs can capture attention and increase interaction rates.
*   **Enhanced Storytelling:**
    
    *   Use GIFs to convey information quickly and creatively.
        
*   **Improved Visual Appeal:**
    
    *   Add dynamic elements to make your emails more attractive.  
          
        Here’s a detailed guide to help you add GIFs to your email campaigns in coreILLA:








1. From the coreILLA dashboard, go to the "Email Templates/Campaigns" section and create or edit an email template/campaign.
![Step 1 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_1.png)


2. Click on New.
![Step 2 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_2.png)


3. Click on Blank Template. 
![Step 3 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_3.png)


4. Start designing your email using the drag and drop feature. 
![Step 4 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_4.png)


5. Drag and drop an image block into your email template where you want the GIF to appear.
![Step 5 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_5.png)


6. Click on the pencil icon to choose your file from media storage. 
![Step 6 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_6.png)


7. Click on Upload from media library. 
![Step 7 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_7.png)


8. Choose your file here. 
![Step 8 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_8.png)


9. And your GIF will be ready. 
![Step 9 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_9.png)


10. OR


11. Drag and drop a video block into your email template where you want the GIF to appear.
![Step 11 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_10.png)


12. Then add your GIF to the video thumbnail. 
![Step 12 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreILLA_-_Emails_-_How_to_Add_GIFs_to_Your_Emails_in_coreILLA_11.png)