HELP GUIDE: How to Upload and Attach Photos to Your Posts
Getting your old photos onto the forum is easy once you know how. Follow these simple steps to upload images directly from your computer, phone, or tablet.
1. Preparing Your Photo
- Format: Make sure your photo is saved as a JPEG, JPG, or PNG file.
- File Size: Large digital camera images can sometimes fail to upload. If your file is huge, try taking a screenshot of it on your phone or resizing it to speed up the upload.
2. If You Are on a Mobile Phone or Tablet (Easiest Method)
If you have photos saved in your phone's gallery or camera roll:
- Tap the Reply button or start a new thread.
- Look for the toolbar above the text box and tap the Image Icon (usually looks like a tiny picture of a tree, a camera, or a postcard).
- Select Upload from Device / Choose File.
- Your phone will ask if you want to open your Photo Library or Take a Photo. Choose your library and select the picture.
- Tap Upload or Insert. The photo code will appear in your text box.
3. If You Are on a Computer (vBulletin Editor)
Depending on which view of the forum you are using, choose one of these two methods:
Method A: The Quick Toolbar
- Click the Insert Image icon on the formatting toolbar above your text box.
- In the window that pops up, select the From Computer tab.
- Click Basic Uploader or Browse/Choose File to find the photo on your hard drive.
- Click Upload File(s).
Method B: The Attachment Manager (For multiple photos)
- Scroll down below the main text box where you type your post.
- Look for the section called Additional Options.
- Click the Manage Attachments button.
- A new window will open. Click Add Files in the top right corner, then Select Files to find your pictures.
- Click Upload Files, and when finished, click Done at the bottom right.
⚠️ Troubleshooting: Why won't my picture upload?
- "File too large": Your image resolution might be too high. Try cropping the image slightly or taking a screenshot of it on your phone to lower the file size.
- "Invalid File": Ensure your file ends in .jpg or .png. Files like .heic (from newer iPhones) or .pdf will not display as images.
If you are still struggling to get your photos online, reply to this thread or send a message to a Forum Moderator / Administrator, and we will help you out!
