How to use Avatar feature on WhatsApp

How to use Avatars on WhatsApp

Avatar feature has been rolling out on WhatsApp and users can create their customised Avatar using 36 custom stickers for emotions and actions. Arrow Arrow

Step 1. Update WhatsApp

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Step 2. Open a chat

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Step 3. Go to Avatar page

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Step 4. Customise Avatar

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Step 5. Customise your own Avatar

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Step 6. Save the Avatar

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Use of WhatsApp Avatar

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