First, I'll show you the traditional method, which is similar to the old method - then I'll show you the new, improved method.
When you're writing your message, you'll see tabs below the text entry area that say "Options", "Attachments" and "Poll creation". Click on the "Attachment" tab. You'll now see the "Add files" button:
- Add Files area
It's a good idea to type a description of the image into the "File Comment" section. This gets tagged with the image, and not only helps people understand what your image is, but helps search engines understand what is in your image, so that people elsewhere on the Internet can find your picture.
- File added to the message
This will make the image(s) appear at the bottom of the message. If you want the image to appear in a specific place within the message, make sure the cursor is where you want the image to appear, then click the "Place inline" button next to the image you want to insert. You will see something like this in the message:
- Add Files BBCode
The Easy Method
I mentioned there is a new, improved method of adding images to your message. All you have to do is drag the image from your computer into the message editing area. This will automatically upload the image. It will NOT add it to the message - you'll still need to modify the File Comment and then place the image in the message with the Place Inline button. But it's much easier than manually clicking the Add Files button to add images.
If you have any questions or issues, please don't hesitate to speak up!
