Where to Find Font Options on Snapchat
Snapchat lets you change the font on text you add to photos and videos before you send them. The font controls are built into the text tool itself — you do not need to read anything or change your phone's settings. When you tap the text icon while editing a snap, a row of font styles appears above your keyboard.
The fonts available depend on which version of Snapchat you have installed. Snapchat updates these options periodically, so you may see different styles than a friend does. All the fonts work the same way: tap one, type your message, and it appears in that style on your snap.
Key Takeaways
- Open a snap in edit mode, tap the text icon, and a row of font options appears above your keyboard before you type.
- Swipe left or right on the font row to see all available styles — there are usually 8 to 12 options depending on your app version.
- You can change the font after typing by selecting all your text and tapping a different font style.
- Font color and font style are separate controls — change the color by tapping the color wheel icon, not the font row.
Step-by-Step: Changing Font Before You Type
Start by taking a photo or video in Snapchat, or opening one from your camera roll. Tap the text icon (the "T" symbol) at the bottom of the screen. A keyboard appears with a row of font styles directly above it.
Look at the font row — you will see several different letter styles displayed as small samples. Tap the one you want to use. The selected font will highlight or show a checkmark. Now type your message. Your text appears in the font you chose.
If you do not see the font you want, swipe left or right on the font row itself to reveal more options. Snapchat usually shows 4 to 6 fonts at a time, and swiping reveals the rest. Once you find one you like, tap it and continue typing.
Changing Font After You Have Already Typed
If you typed your text in one font and want to switch to another, you can change it without retyping. Triple-tap on the text box to select all the words you wrote. The entire message will highlight.
With the text selected, look at the font row above the keyboard. Tap a different font style. Your message when ready changes to that new font while keeping all the words you typed. You can switch fonts as many times as you want this way.
If you only want to change part of your message, you can select just those words by tapping and dragging across them instead of triple-tapping. Then tap a new font to change only that selection.
Common Font Styles and What They Look Like
Snapchat's font options usually include a standard sans-serif font (clean and modern), a serif font (with small lines at the ends of letters), a bold font (thick and heavy), and a script or handwriting style (flowing and curved). Some versions also include a monospace font (where every letter takes up the same width, like a typewriter) and a bubble or rounded font.
The exact names and number of fonts change with app updates. The best way to see what each one looks like is to type a test word, select it, and tap through the fonts one by one. You will see the preview change when ready, so you can pick the style that matches your snap's mood.
Font Color Is Separate From Font Style
Changing the font style does not change the text color. If you want white text in a bold font, tap the bold font first, then tap the color wheel icon (usually near the font row) to choose white. The color wheel and the font row are two different controls.
You can also add a background color or outline to your text using the same color controls. Tap the color icon and look for options like "fill" or "outline" — these let you make your text stand out against the background of your snap.
Troubleshooting: Font Options Not Showing
If you do not see the font row when you tap the text icon, make sure you are in edit mode on a snap. The font controls only appear after you have taken or selected a photo or video. If you are trying to change fonts in a chat message (not on a snap), that feature is not available — chat text uses a single font style.
If the font row is missing or looks different than expected, update Snapchat to the latest version. Open your phone's app store (Google Play on Android, App Store on iPhone), search for Snapchat, and tap "Update" if it is available. After updating, close and reopen Snapchat, then try adding text to a snap again.
On rare occasions, Snapchat rolls out features to users gradually, so some people get new fonts before others. If a friend has a font style you do not see, check back in a few days — it may appear after the next update reaches your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use custom fonts from my phone on Snapchat?
No. Snapchat only lets you choose from the fonts built into the app. You cannot upload or install custom fonts to use in Snapchat. The fonts available are the same for all users (though the exact selection may vary slightly by app version and region).
Does the font change if I send the snap to someone else?
No. The font is part of the image or video itself. When you send a snap with text in a specific font, the person who receives it sees that same font. The font does not change based on what device they are using.
Can I change the font on text that is already in a chat?
No. Font controls only work on text you add to photos and videos before sending them. Messages in Snapchat's chat feature use a single font style and cannot be changed.
What if I want the same font on every snap I send?
Snapchat does not have a default font setting. You will need to select your preferred font each time you add text to a snap. The app does not remember your last choice, so if you like a specific style, you will tap it again for the next snap.
Do all phones show the same fonts?
Mostly yes, but Snapchat sometimes rolls out new fonts to iPhone users before Android users, or vice versa. If you and a friend both have the latest version of Snapchat but see different fonts, it may be because the update reached your devices at different times.