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How to change the WhatsApp background in your chats to a wallpaper, color, or custom photo
You can easily change your WhatsApp background and choose from preloaded wallpapers, colors, or your own photos.
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WhatsApp is more customizable than your standard instant messenger, making it easy not only to customize your public profile but also to change settings in your app.
One way to customize WhatsApp is by changing the background of your chats. You can choose from pre-loaded pictures, solid colors, or your own photos.
Here's how to customize your WhatsApp background.
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2. In WhatsApp, find and tap on "Settings."
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3. Tap on "Chats."
4. Tap "Chat Wallpaper" on iPhone, or "Wallpaper" on Android.
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5. Select an option:
- Tapping on "Wallpaper Library" will open a screen of preloaded wallpapers.
- Tapping on "Solid Colors" opens up a selection of color options.
- Tapping on "Photos" on iPhone or "Gallery" on Android allows you to load a wallpaper from your photo library.
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6. Once you've chosen a new wallpaper, you'll be directed to a "Wallpaper Preview" screen. If you chose a photo, this is where you can adjust it to your liking.
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7. When you're happy with your background, tap on "Set" in the bottom-right.
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