ZTE Max Blue: Default messaging app crashes when trying to send a gif.

[Xailen]

Hello all, I have a Straight Talk ZTE Max Blue running android 6.0.
In the default messaging app, I can search for a gif image and find one that I want to send, but as soon as I tap on one to send the messaging app closes and I get booted back to my home screen.
Any ideas as to why this might happen and/or if it can be fixed? If I need to download a better app for SMS/MMS what are some suggestions you have?

 

[Xailen]

Anyone?

 

[tealsmill85]

I'm having the same issue. Any help appreciated.

 

[Bruno Zuniga]

Hi I was just wondering if got the issue fixed any help I would appreciate it

 

[Dano1200r]

Best initial try would be to uninstall then reinstall the app. You will lose its data so backup if you want to save it.

 

[QuiteMary]

One final step I had to take: I had to drag the corresponding "Messages" app icon to replace "Messaging" and use that when texting.

 

[QuiteMary]

Oops. This site didn't post my initial "Fix". Go to YouTube:
How to Text GIFS on Android | Gboard and Android Messages Tutorial
YouTube · 64,000+ views · 5/17/2017 · by Tech With Brett