GIFs for GitHub

Easily search GIPHY to add a GIF into any GitHub comment box.

GIFs for GitHub - Chrome Extension for Instant GIF Search

The Chrome extension 'GIFs for GitHub' is a convenient tool for communicating on GitHub. With this extension, users can easily search for the most apt GIFs from GIPHY and embed them directly into their comments, issues, code reviews, and pull requests. No more manual hunting for GIFs or struggling with size constraints; just a more fun and expressive GitHub experience.
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Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Rating: 4.79
(34)
Version: 24.1.18 (Last updated: 2024-01-21)
Creation date: 2019-12-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • activeTab
  • https://api.giphy.com/*
Size: 58.77K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
GIFs for GitHub (v24.1.18)
5.00 (14) 559
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Do you simply need GIFs to express yourself in GitHub? All those pull requests, code reviews, issues, and comments... wouldn't life be easier if you could just search and add a GIF in the click of a button? Well, look no further. Now you can search GIPHY straight from any comment box in GitHub, and add a GIF to your wordy masterpiece in a matter of seconds. No more trying to find a GIF that's under 10MB, no more manual tab opening and searching, no more writing your own markdown — just living your best GIF life.

How does it work?

  • Click the GIF button in the top right of your comment box
  • A GIPHY dropdown will appear on-screen so you can search for your purrfect GIF
  • Select your GIF, and it will appear wherever your cursor is in the text box
  • You're done! Send away

See the website for more info.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Enhances code reviews with fun GIFs
  • Users express themselves better in pull requests and issues
  • Makes the code review process more enjoyable
  • Many users have reported using it daily
  • Effective at increasing popularity in team interactions
Cons
  • Issues with functionality after GitHub changes
  • Some users experienced the GIF button not appearing
  • Temporary bugs causing users to disable the extension
Most mentioned
  • Positive impact on code reviews
  • Functionality issues related to GitHub changes
  • GIF button not appearing for some users
User reviews
This is amazing
by Joshua Bolk, 2024-12-04

I use this everyday. Thank you Nick
by Jason Meridth, 2024-09-10

Great!
by Roman Golovin, 2024-08-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GIFs for GitHub requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GIFs for GitHub has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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