Where to Find Snapchat's Emoji Settings

Snapchat lets you change how emojis look on your phone by switching between different emoji styles. The setting is in your account preferences, not in a separate emoji menu. Open Snapchat, tap your profile icon in the top left corner, then tap the gear icon to open Settings.

Once you're in Settings, scroll down until you see "Emoji Style" or "Emojis" — the exact name varies slightly by phone type and Snapchat version. Tap it to see your available options. Most phones show between three and five different emoji styles you can choose from.

Key Takeaways

  • Emoji style changes are found in Settings under your profile, accessed through the gear icon.
  • Your phone's operating system (iOS or Android) determines which emoji styles Snapchat offers you.
  • Changing your Snapchat emoji style only affects how emojis appear in Snapchat — it does not change emojis elsewhere on your phone.
  • The change takes effect when ready once you select a new style and close the Settings menu.
  • If you do not see an Emoji Style option, your Snapchat version may be outdated and needs an update from your app store.

What Emoji Styles Are Available on iOS

iPhone users typically see Apple's native emoji set as the default, along with one or two alternative styles. The exact options depend on your iOS version and Snapchat version. You may see options labeled by their appearance — for example, "Apple," "Bitmoji," or a style name that describes the look.

Bitmoji is a popular choice on iOS because it shows a cartoon version of your avatar instead of standard emojis in certain contexts. If you have created a Bitmoji avatar in Snapchat, selecting the Bitmoji style will display your custom character in place of regular emojis in chats and on your profile.

What Emoji Styles Are Available on Android

Android phones show different emoji options than iPhones because Android uses its own emoji set by default. When you open Emoji Style on an Android device, you will typically see Google's emoji design as one option, along with Samsung's design if you use a Samsung phone, and possibly others.

The number of styles available on Android varies more than on iOS because different manufacturers customize their phones differently. If you switch between Android phones or update your Android version, the emoji styles offered may change. Bitmoji is also available on Android if you have set up a Bitmoji avatar.

How to Switch Between Emoji Styles Step by Step

Start by opening Snapchat and tapping your profile icon in the top left. This is a small circle or square with your profile picture or username. Tap the gear icon in the top right corner of your profile screen to open Settings.

Scroll down through the Settings menu. Look for "Emoji Style," "Emojis," or similar wording. Tap it to open the emoji style options. You will see thumbnails or names of the available styles. Tap the one you want to use. The change happens when ready — close Settings by tapping the back arrow or swiping back, and your new emoji style is active.

Why Your Emoji Style Might Not Change

If you tap a new emoji style but the emojis still look the same, the most common reason is that your Snapchat app needs an update. Open your phone's app store (App Store for iPhone, Google Play for Android), search for Snapchat, and check whether an "Update" button appears. If it does, tap it and wait for the update to finish.

Another reason emojis might not change is that some emoji styles only affect specific places in Snapchat — like your profile or chat bubbles — rather than all emojis everywhere in the app. The style you selected may be working correctly even if you do not see a dramatic visual difference. Try sending a message to a friend and look at the emojis in the chat to confirm the style has changed.

Emoji Style Changes Only Affect Snapchat

Changing your emoji style in Snapchat does not change how emojis look in text messages, email, or other apps on your phone. Snapchat controls its own emoji appearance within the app only. If you want to change emojis everywhere on your phone, you would need to change your phone's system settings, which is a different process depending on whether you use iOS or Android.

Other people see the same emoji style you chose when they look at messages you send in Snapchat. If your friend has selected a different emoji style, they will see their own style on their phone, but you will see your chosen style on yours. The emoji style is a personal preference that does not sync across devices or accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Bitmoji as my emoji style if I haven't created a Bitmoji avatar?

No. Bitmoji only works if you have already created a Bitmoji avatar in Snapchat. If you select Bitmoji but have not set up an avatar, Snapchat will show standard emojis instead. To create a Bitmoji, go to your profile, tap the Bitmoji option, and follow the steps to design your avatar.

Will changing my emoji style affect how my friends see my messages?

Your friends will see the emoji style you chose, but only within Snapchat. If they have selected a different emoji style for themselves, they will see their own style on their phone. Both of you see the correct style — it is not a mismatch.

What if the Emoji Style option is not in my Settings menu?

Update your Snapchat app first — older versions may not have this feature. Open your app store, search for Snapchat, and tap Update if available. If the option still does not appear after updating, your phone's operating system may not support emoji style changes in your Snapchat version.

Can I change emoji styles on different devices separately?

Yes. Each device you use Snapchat on has its own settings. If you use Snapchat on both an iPhone and an Android phone, you can set a different emoji style on each one. The styles do not sync between devices.