Bitmojis are among the many ways to personalize your texting experience. They are cartoon versions of yourself and can express multiple reactions, from anger and sadness to joy or goofiness. You can customize these avatars with different clothing choices and send them in chats. While they’re popular on Snapchat, that’s not the only place to use them. If you have an account on Telegram, WhatsApp, or one of the othersocial media apps, Bitmojis are available to you.
Installing the official app allows you to create and share your animated clones. But if you prefer the input method on yourfavorite tabletsor phones, integrate Bitmoji and send them instantly. This configuration doesn’t replace your default emojis, so you’ll have more expression options to choose from. Here’s how to make a Bitmoji and add it to supported keyboards.
What is a Bitmoji, and how do you use it?
A Bitmoji is a miniature and animated version of yourself. You may also design it to look different, but the idea is to create a copycat for expressing emotions when texting. You need to install the Bitmoji app and create an account to make one. you’re able to also do it on Snapchat, as the same company owns both apps, and they’re connected. You even have the added benefit of taking a picture and automatically generating your avatar from it.
Bitmojis are customizable after creation, so you can change their outfits and share them as stickers on Snapchat. On WhatsApp, Telegram, and other social media apps, they may appear as GIFs or JPG files. You don’t have to keep sending them from the official app or Snapchat, as select virtual keyboards support them. When you connect your account with one, you unlock the ability to send Bitmojis right away.
How to create Bitmojis on Android and iOS devices
Download and install Bitmoji from the Google Play or Apple App stores if you haven’t already. After you’ve done that, follow the steps below:
How to add and use Bitmojis on your default keyboard
The Samsung keyboard and Gboard are integrated with Bitmoji. After you create your avatar, the stickers automatically appear in the emoji section. It’s not as easy on iOS because of Apple’s closed ecosystem. You can’t add your unique stickers to the iPhone keyboard, but you can give the Bitmoji Keyboard access to your device. Then, you can switch between both input methods and send the stickers. This trick also works on Android for keyboards that don’t support Bitmojis.
Follow the steps below to start using them on both devices.
Use Bitmojis on Gboard
Use Bitmojis on the Samsung keyboard
Use Bitmoji Keyboard on iOS
Use Bitmoji Keyboard on Android
Bring your conversations to life with Bitmojis
Bitmojis are a fun way to communicate without typing, and you don’t have to use them only on Snapchat. On other apps, they appear as GIFs and JPGs instead of stickers. You may find them unappealing, especially on platforms like WhatsApp and its annoying compression filter. Still, there’s a way to bypass this setback.
If you’re good at drawing, sketch miniature versions of yourself andshare your custom stickers on WhatsApp. You’ll also find other versatile sticker makers for different social apps on the Google Play Store. One trick you may use is to take a screenshot of your Bitmojis and turn them into sticker packs.
