Open the Instagram app
Tap the plus icon to create a new post, Story, Reel, or Story highlight
Choose the content type you want to add the GIF to
Tap the sticker icon in Stories or the editing tools in Reels
Select the GIF option
Search for the GIF you want using keywords
Tap the GIF to add it to your content
Resize, move, or rotate the GIF as needed
Finish editing your post, Story, or Reel
Tap Share, Post, or Send to publish it