Animated GIFs Not Showing Anymore in Windows 10

Windows 10 Web Browsers and File Explorer Issue

Animated GIFs have stopped working correctly in Windows 10, according to multiple reports on Reddit and other online forums. The issue affects all major web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, as well as File Explorer. GIFs appear as static images instead of animating.

Possible Causes and Solutions

The cause of the issue is still unknown, but it is believed to be related to a recent Windows 10 update. Some users have reported that reverting to an earlier version of Windows 10 fixed the issue, but this is not a viable solution for everyone.

Other potential solutions include:

• Updating your graphics drivers
• Disabling hardware acceleration in your web browser
• Reinstalling your web browser

Conclusion

The issue with animated GIFs not working in Windows 10 is a frustrating one, but there are several potential solutions that you can try. If you are experiencing this issue, we recommend trying the solutions listed above to see if they resolve the problem. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this article with any new information that becomes available.