How to change the avatar in a WhatsApp group on the phone?

How to change the avatar in a WhatsApp group on the phone - briefly?

To change the avatar of a WhatsApp group on your phone, follow these steps:

  1. Open the WhatsApp group for which you want to change the avatar.
  2. Tap on the current group avatar or icon, select "Change Group Icon," and choose a new image from your gallery or take a photo.

How to change the avatar in a WhatsApp group on the phone - in detail?

To change the avatar (profile picture) of a WhatsApp group on your phone, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
  2. Select the Group: Navigate to the group whose avatar you wish to change. You can do this by finding the group in your list of chats or using the search function if you have many groups.
  3. Access Group Info: Once inside the group, tap on the group name at the top of the screen. This action will take you to the "Group Info" section.
  4. Edit Group Info: In the "Group Info" section, look for an option that says "Edit group info." It is usually located near the bottom of the screen. Tap on this option.
  5. Change Avatar: After tapping "Edit group info," you will see the current avatar of the group. Tap on it to open a menu with several options, including "Change Group Icon." Select this option to proceed.
  6. Select Image Source: You will be prompted to choose where you want to select the new image from. The available sources typically include:

    • Camera: To take a new photo.
    • Gallery/Photos: To select an existing image from your phone's gallery.
  7. Choose and Crop Image: Select the desired image from your chosen source. You will then be given the opportunity to crop the image to fit perfectly within the circular frame designated for group avatars. Use the cropping tool to adjust the image as needed.
  8. Confirm Changes: Once you are satisfied with the cropped image, tap on the "Save" or "Done" button to confirm your changes. The new avatar will now be set for the WhatsApp group.
  9. Verify Change: Return to the group chat to verify that the avatar has been successfully changed. All members of the group should now see the updated avatar.

Following these steps, you can easily change the avatar of any WhatsApp group on your phone, enhancing the visual appeal and personalization of your group chats.