Over the last few months, Google has rolled out some important features for its Messages app. While instant messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram enjoy the majority of the market share, Google Messages is a reliable alternative to the two. With RCS support, the native Android messaging app can now showcase its aesthetic upgrades. Here’s how you can change the chat bubble colour in Google Messages.
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Before you begin
Make sure the Google Messages app on your phone is updated to the latest version. Since this is a relatively newer feature, older app versions may not support it. The app lets you change the colour of chat bubbles for individual conversations. There is no way to change the colour of chat bubbles in all conversations at once. Hopefully, Google will add a universal option to do so in future.
The web portal for Google Messages, which was introduced last year, does not have this option yet. The aesthetic options for the web portal are limited to the day/night themes. There are four options on offer.
- Light
- Dark
- System Default
- High Contrast
Change the chat bubble colour in the Google Messages app
Step 1: Launch the Google Messages app on your phone and select a conversation.
Step 2: Hit the contact’s name at the top of the screen.
Step 3: Tap on Change colours.
Step 4: Select a colour code from the list and hit Confirm.
The colour of the chat bubbles will be changed.
Change the chat bubble colour in the Google Messages for web
While you cannot change the colour of the chat bubbles on Google Messages’ web portal for PC, you can set a different theme to match your preferred aesthetic. Here’s how.
Step 1: Go to the web portal for Google Messages on your PC.
Step 2: Use the QR code to sign in.
Step 3: Once you are signed in, hit the ellipses at the top of the screen and select Settings.
Step 4: Select your preferred colour theme from the list.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I use Google Messages on my PC?
Open the Google Messages app on your phone, tap on the profile icon at the top right corner of the screen and select ‘Device Pairing’. Tap on ‘QR code scanner’. Go to Google Messages’ web portal on your PC and scan the QR code on the screen. This method does not require logging into the Messages app with your Google Account.
How do I switch to the Night Mode on Google Messages for PC?
Tap the ellipses at the top of the screen, select ‘Settings’, and choose the Dark theme.
How do I change the colour of chat bubbles in the Google Messages app?
Launch the Google Messages app, select a conversation, tap on the name of the contact, select ‘Change colours’, and choose a colour theme from the list.
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Conclusion
This is how you can change the colour of the chat bubbles in Google Messages. Read this article to learn how to get Google Messages on your PC. If you have any other questions, let us know in the comments!
