- You can use symbols like * (bold), _ (Italic), etc., before and after the text to format WhatsApp Messages.
- Also, you can long-press the word(s) to open the formatting menu and select a desired option.
- For more fun, use third-party apps to change fonts or stylize regular text.
Overview
| Trick | Result | |
|---|---|---|
| Bold Text | Add * before and after the text | Bold Text |
| Italic Text | Add _ before and after the text | Italic Text |
| Strikethrough | Add ~ on both sides of the text | Strikethrough |
| Monospace Font | Add | πΌππππππππ |
| Bullet Points | Add * followed by a space | β’ Bullet |
| Numbered List | Add 1 followed by (.) and space | 1. Number |
| Quote Block | Add > space | | Quote |
| Highlight Text | Enclose the text in backtick (`) | Highlight |
1. Make Text Bold
WhatsApp has a built-in feature that lets you make your messages bold. This feature is useful when you need to highlight a critical point.
To do so, add an asterisk (*) before and after the message.
2. Make Text Italic
Similarly, if you want to make the text italic in WhatsApp, you can do that too. Italicizing a text is useful when you want to emphasize an important part.
To do so, add an underscore (_) before and after the text.
3. Add a Strikethrough on Message
Sometimes, you want to create a dramatic effect of striking out text to represent a correction or iteration. That is possible by adding a line through your message.
To add a line to your message, place a tilde (~) on both sides of the word(s) .
4. Change Font Style
WhatsApp also supports Monospace font in addition to the standard font. However, there is no global setting in WhatsApp to change the font for every text. You must change it individually for every message.
To change the font, enclose the text in three backticks ( ). This is how the text should be How you doinβ? ` If you sent a wrong message, know how to edit your WhatsApp message .
5. Add Bullet Points
Another WhatsApp text trick is that you can now create lists in messages. To make a bullet list on WhatsApp, you must add an asterisk (*) followed by a space before the first list of items. Then, press the Enter button to create more list items. Alternatively, add a hyphen (-) and a space.
For instance, * Ford or β Ford
6. Make a Numbered List
Just like bullet lists, you can make numbered lists in WhatsApp messages as well. For that, write 1, followed by a period (.) and space before the first list item. Press Enter to continue the list of items.
For example: 1. Ford
Tip: Did you know you can send a blank message in WhatsApp?
7. Add Quote Block
To highlight or quote a specific part of a message, you can add it in a quote block. For that, add an angle bracket (>) and space before the text.
8. Highlight Text Using Code Block
The final way to format WhatsApp text is by highlighting the text using a code block. For that, enclose the text in backtick () . For example, Hello, how are` you doing?
Note: If canβt find `, long-press the forward tick Β΄ and select backtick.
Tip: If the above four formats do not work, use them for the first word of the sentence and not in the middle of the message.
9. Change Text Formatting Using WhatsApp Menu
Instead of using the shortcuts to format the text, use the built-in menu.
On Android β Tap and hold the message and choose the appropriate formatting option. Tap on the three-dot icon to view other options.
On iPhone β Tap and hold the text and select Format . Then,, choose the formatting option from bold, italic, strikethrough, or monospace. Please note that new formats like lists, quote blocks, and code are not shown in the menu.
10. Combine Formatting Options
Whether you are using the shortcuts or the native settings, you can combine different formatting options for one word or sentence. That means you can make the same text bold or italic, and even change its font to Monospace.
To do so, enclose the text in the respective symbols. The only thing you must take care of is their order. The symbol that was entered first will be entered last. For instance, in this word ~disney~, we first entered an asterisk. Now, we will have to put it at the end.
Alternatively, use the touch-and-hold method to change the text format from the menu. First, select one option, then highlight the text again and select another option.
11. Use Online Tools to Format WhatsApp Text
If you have to format a long text message for WhatsApp, using shortcut codes or a menu might seem hectic. An alternative is to use online tools to format text messages for free. Simply enter your text in the tool, apply the formatting using the formatting buttons, and copy the text along with the formatting code into the WhatsApp message.
Here are some WhatsApp font formatting tools to try:
- The Big Dot
- 2 Chat
12. Underline WhatsApp Messages
Unfortunately, WhatsApp doesnβt have a native way to underline messages. However, you can use third-party tools to underline a word in your text message.
Open any underlined text generator website. For instance, you can try yaytext or glyphy.io . Write your text in the box and tap Copy next to the underlined text. Then, open WhatsApp and paste the underlined text into it.
13. Change WhatsApp Font Size
Is WhatsAppβs default font size bothering you? Well, you can always change it. Unlike other apps, where the font size is limited to the deviceβs font, WhatsApp offers a native setting to change the text size.
For that, open Settings in the WhatsApp app. Go to Chats and tap Font size. Select the font size you want from the three options: small, medium, and large.
14. Change Color of Message on WhatsApp
One WhatsApp text trick exclusive to Android devices is the ability to change the text color. However, WhatsApp doesnβt officially support this feature. You must download a third-party app called Stylish Fonts . With the help of the app, you can make your text blue.
Download and open the app on your device. Enter the text whose color you want to change in the typing area. Then, tap the Copy icon next to the Blue option. Go back to WhatsApp and paste the text that you copied.
Tip: You can also use the Blue Words app to change the style of the text messages in WhatsApp.
15. Type Using Emojis
Fan of emojis? Take your love of emojis to the next level by typing everything in emojis. While it may not be a good way to text when using full sentences, you can use it for special messages. This is another cool WhatsApp text trick to try.
You must download a third-party app on your Android device that goes by the name Emoji Letter Maker . In the app, enter the word and preferred emojis. Then, tap the Plus sign (+) button. You will get different options to modify the text. Once done, tap the Share icon inside the Plus sign button to share it with others on WhatsApp.
Tip : Know how to put an emoji on a picture on an iPhone.
So, these are some of the best WhatsApp text tricks to customize your WhatsApp messages. If youβre an iPhone user, try these iMessage text effects to make your chats fun.
