Create a WhatsApp Avatar

​MITE Radio breaks down how to set up your very own WhatsApp avatar!  Customise your look, create fun stickers, and learn how to rock your avatar as your profile picture.  Tune in to find out how to put a little YOU into your chats! #WhatsNewOnWhatsApp #AvatarPower #MITERadio

You can either create an avatar manually or by taking a photo.
 
1. Update WhatsApp: Make sure you have the latest version of WhatsApp downloaded on your phone.
2. Access Avatar Settings:
●      Android: Open WhatsApp and tap the three-dot menu in the top right corner. Then, select "Settings" and choose "Avatar."
●      iPhone: Open WhatsApp and go to the "Settings" tab (bottom right corner). Tap on your profile picture and then select "Create Avatar."
3. Create Your Avatar:
●      WhatsApp will guide you through the process of creating your avatar. You can customise various features like skin tone, hairstyle, facial features, clothing, and accessories.
4. Edit or Refine (Optional):
●      Once you're happy with the basic build, you can further personalise your avatar with finer details like eye colour, makeup, and body type.
5. Set Avatar Profile Picture (Optional):
●      After creating your avatar, you can choose to set it as your WhatsApp profile picture. Go to "Settings" > "Avatar" and select "Create Profile Photo." Here, you can pick an avatar expression and background colour for your profile picture.
6. Use Avatar Stickers:
●      WhatsApp automatically generates a set of avatar stickers based on your creation. You can access these stickers in your chat window by tapping the emoji icon, then selecting the avatar icon (looks like a miniature version of your avatar).
Here are some additional things to keep in mind:
●      You can edit your avatar at any time by going to "Settings" > "Avatar" and selecting "Edit Avatar."
●      Deleting your avatar is permanent and cannot be reversed. However, you can always create a new one.