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title: Can I add GIFs as my background? | Paperform Help Center | Paperform
description: Yes, you can natively upload a GIF as your background.
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Can I add GIFs as my background?
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We support GIFs across all image uploads, so you can add a GIF as your form background to achieve an animated look.

 1. In the form editor, click on Theme & Appearance → UI Elements → Background.
 1. Select "CHOOSE A FILE" under Background Image.
 1. You can then upload the GIF as you would any other image.

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[How do I add a background image to my form?  Go to Theme & Appearance → UI Elements → Background → Background Image and upload an image.](/help/articles/how-to-add-background-images-to-forms/)
[How can I change the background color?  You can change your background color in Theme & Appearance Settings.](/help/articles/how-can-i-change-the-background-color/)