Bitmojis are personalized avatars that you can create in Snapchat to represent yourself. You can use your Bitmoji avatar as stickers in chats, friend emojis, and even as your profile picture. One of the most fun ways to customize and personalize your Bitmoji is by changing its background. Snapchat offers a variety of colorful and themed backgrounds that you can unlock and set as your Bitmoji’s background. Here’s a quick guide on how to get more Bitmoji backgrounds on Snapchat.
Unlock New Backgrounds
When you first create your Bitmoji avatar, Snapchat will provide you with a handful of basic background options to choose from. But there are many more unique and creative backgrounds that you can unlock. Here are some ways to get more Bitmoji backgrounds:
Level Up Your Friendship with Snapchat
As you continue to use Snapchat daily and interact with friends, your Snapchat friend level will go up. When you reach certain friend levels, Snapchat will reward you with a new Bitmoji background option. For example, at level 5 you may unlock an abstract background with paint splatters. At level 8, you could get a flowery spring background. Keep snapping regularly to increase your friend level and unlock these backgrounds.
Participate in Challenges and Events
Snapchat often runs limited-time challenges and events within the app. When you participate in these, you can earn special Bitmoji backgrounds. For example, on International Friendship Day, Snapchat gave users a friendship-themed Bitmoji background for sending snaps to friends. During the coronavirus pandemic, a “Stay Home” background was available. Keep an eye out for any challenges or events happening in the Snapchat app and complete them to earn more backgrounds.
Swipe Through the Background Carousel
Here’s a simple trick you may not know about: when customizing your Bitmoji, swipe horizontally across the background options. This will let you scroll through additional backgrounds beyond the default ones shown. Swipe left and right multiple times to uncover more choices. Snapchat adds new backgrounds regularly, so be sure to check the background carousel often for new additions.
Link Your Bitmoji Account
Your Snapchat Bitmoji is connected to your personal Bitmoji account. On your Bitmoji app or the Bitmoji website, look for the option to connect accounts and link your Snapchat. Once your accounts are linked, any new backgrounds you unlock through the Bitmoji app or third-party integrations will also become available to use in Snapchat. Linking gives you access to more backgrounds.
Connect Other Apps
In addition to the main Bitmoji app, there are many third-party apps and services that support Bitmoji integration. When you connect your Bitmoji to these apps, you can often unlock special limited-edition backgrounds. For example, linking Bitmoji to the Google Chrome browser can give you Chrome-themed backgrounds. Connect your Bitmoji to apps like Gboard, Venmo, Fitbit, and more to expand your background collection.
Purchase Special Backgrounds
Occasionally, Snapchat will offer high-quality backgrounds, often with seasonal or topical themes, available for purchase directly through the app. You can browse through the backgrounds marked for sale and purchase them using your Google Play or App Store linked payment method. Pricing is usually under $1 per background. Purchasing backgrounds directly gives you access to premium options.
Set a New Background
Once you’ve unlocked new Bitmoji backgrounds through these methods, it’s easy to set a new one as active:
On Snapchat
1. Tap your profile icon in the top left corner
2. Tap the settings gear icon
3. Tap “Bitmoji”
4. Tap “Edit Avatar”
5. Swipe horizontally through the background options and select the one you want
6. Tap “Save” to apply the new background
On Bitmoji App
1. Tap the three lines “hamburger” menu icon
2. Choose “Avatar”
3. Tap “Edit Style”
4. Select “Background” and swipe through to choose
5. Tap “Apply” to confirm
The new background will be updated on both Snapchat and the Bitmoji app. Have fun mixing and matching backgrounds to give your Bitmoji a fresh new look!
Get Creative with AR Lenses
In addition to static backgrounds, you can also spice up your Bitmoji with fun augmented reality lenses in Snapchat. Here are some ways to use AR lenses with your Bitmoji:
- Browse the Lens Carousel – Swipe right from Camera Screen to browse lenses and find ones that work with Bitmoji.
- Try World Lenses – Use Lenses mapped to your location like falling snow or fireworks.
- Search for Lenses – Search keywords like “Bitmoji” in Lens Explorer to find compatible lenses.
- Favorites – Heart your favorite lenses to save them and use again.
AR lenses can make your Bitmoji dance, get fit, travel the world, and more! The possibilities are endless for customizing your avatar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add multiple Bitmojis to a snap?
You can add multiple Bitmojis to the same snap using these steps:
- Take a snap as usual
- Tap the sticker icon and select your Bitmoji
- Pinch two fingers together on the Bitmoji to clone it
- Move and place the cloned Bitmoji wherever you’d like
- Repeat steps 2-4 to add more Bitmojis
Why does my friend have a Bitmoji background I don’t have?
If a friend has a Bitmoji background you haven’t unlocked, it likely means one of a few possibilities:
- They have a higher Snapchat friend level than you. Keep using Snapchat regularly to increase your level and unlock that background.
- They connected Bitmoji to an outside app that gave them access to it. Try connecting your Bitmoji to more apps.
- They purchased it directly in Snapchat. You can browse and buy more backgrounds too.
Over time, you’ll unlock most backgrounds too as you use Snapchat more.
Can I use my Bitmoji as an iMessage sticker?
Yes! To use your Bitmoji sticker in iMessages:
- Open the Messages app and start a new message thread
- Tap the App Store icon next to the text box
- Search for “Bitmoji” and install the Bitmoji app
- The Bitmoji keyboard will now be available when typing
You can browse all your unlocked stickers and send them in messages. Your iMessage Bitmoji will stay in sync with Snapchat.
How do I change my Bitmoji’s pose or action?
You can make your Bitmoji look like it’s jumping, giving a thumbs up, blowing a kiss, and more by changing the pose. To change the pose:
- Go to your Bitmoji customization page
- Tap “Pose” at the bottom
- Swipe through the pose options and select one
- Tap “Apply” to save the changes
Try out all kinds of fun and zany poses!
Conclusion
Customizing your Bitmoji with cool backgrounds, augmented reality lenses, and poses helps you express your unique style. Unlock new backgrounds by leveling up your Snapchat friendship, participating in events, linking accounts, connecting third-party apps, and purchasing premium options. With all the customizations at your fingertips, you can make your Bitmoji truly one-of-a-kind. The Bitmoji world is your oyster, so get snapping!