# Can I Use External Image Links Instead of Uploading a Compressed Image Package?

**Question:**

Can I use external image links instead of uploading a compressed image package?

**Answer:**\
Yes, we support external image links. When adding a new image, simply fill in the `New Image Path` field with the external image link. 

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We also support Google Drive and Dropbox share links.

<figure><img src="https://2181722770-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FTyOK0hWsjCpRtoqE4Zxz%2Fuploads%2FgAC4ALlidkh4pUvPqpFA%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=79957f43-b924-441f-9f3d-1e684fb4223e" alt=""><figcaption><p>Dropbox share link</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://2181722770-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FTyOK0hWsjCpRtoqE4Zxz%2Fuploads%2FVd0md8Ln70zd80NysidM%2Fgoogle%20drive%20share%20link.png?alt=media&#x26;token=3d78bebe-5b27-486e-81ad-2dfcfed72e00" alt=""><figcaption><p>Google Drive share link</p></figcaption></figure>

**Note:**\
External image links must start with `https://` or `http://`. Links starting with `ftp` are not supported.