Step-by-Step-Guide: How to Add Images to Github ReadMe

Step 1

Begin by navigating to the "Repositories" section on GitHub and click on it.

Step 2

And then click on "Add README" to proceed.

Step 3

Proceed by selecting "Attach Files" and click on it to continue.

Step 4

Once uploaded, click on "Commit Changes".

Step 5

Finish by selecting "Commit Changes" again.

Pro Tips for Adding Images to GitHub ReadMe

1. Upload the image to your repository
   Go to your GitHub repository, click on the Add file button, then choose Upload files. Drag and drop your image or select it from your computer.

2. Copy the image URL
   Once uploaded, click on the image file. It will open in a new page. Right-click on the image and select Copy image address.

3. Open or create the README.md file
   Go back to your repository. If there’s no README.md file, click Add file and select Create new file. Name it README.md.

4. Insert the image using Markdown syntax
   Use this format to insert the image into the README file:
   Replace image-url with the copied link and Alt text with a short description of the image.

5. Preview and commit changes
   Use the Preview tab in the editor to check how the image looks. If everything looks good, scroll down and click Commit changes to save.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

1. Image not loading
   Ensure that the image is stored in a public repository or hosted on a platform that supports direct image linking.

2. Incorrect Markdown format
   The correct format is Double-check for missing brackets or parentheses.

3. Local file path used
   Do not use file paths from your local computer. Only use URLs or repository paths.

4. Broken or outdated link
   If you move or delete the image from the repo, the link will break. Always use the final file path.

5. Large image size
   Resize or compress large images before uploading to keep your ReadMe clean and fast-loading.

Common FAQs About Adding Images to GitHub ReadMe

1. How do I add a local image to a GitHub ReadMe?
   Upload the image to your repository first, then use the Markdown image syntax to reference it.

2. Can I use an external image URL?
   Yes, any publicly available image URL can be used in the Markdown syntax.

3. What is the correct Markdown syntax for adding an image?
   The format is

4. Can I center the image in a ReadMe file?
   Markdown does not support centering directly, but you can use HTML like <p align="center"> for layout control.

5. Is it possible to resize an image in GitHub ReadMe?
   Not with Markdown alone. To control size, use basic HTML like <img src="image-url" width="300"/> inside the README file.

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