Snapchat is used by over 332 million individuals daily, making it one of the world’s most popular social media platforms. Snapchat is a well-known and creative social media app, and Snapchat pioneered several features in today’s most popular social networking applications, including AR selfie filters, stories, and geo-filters.
The multimedia messaging application was also fast to provide its customers with a group chat feature. Group messaging is a great way to stay in touch with your friends and spread information without contacting everyone individually.
Creating and maintaining group chats on Snapchat is a breeze if you know where to look. On the other hand, snaps sent to a group chat do not count towards Snapstreaks with individual Snapchat users. If you want to keep your Snapstreak with someone, you must still send them individual snaps. Here is how to make a group on Snapchat.
How to Make a Group Chat on Snapchat
To create a Snapchat group, open the Snapchat application on your iPhone or Android.
- Tap the “Chat” icon at the bottom of your screen
- Tap the “New Chat” icon at the bottom right corner of your screen
- In the “New Chat” section, tap on “New Group”
- Type in your Snapchat friend’s name, and select it from the list
- Once you are done selecting all your friends, tap the “New Group Name” and type in a group name
- Tap on “Chat with Group” to start chatting with your group members
How to Manage Your Snapchat Group
Unlike typical messaging apps, Snapchat does not provide group creators extra privileges. Even if you are the Snapchat group’s admin/creator, you can’t remove someone from the group or delete the group. However, here’s what you can do to manage your Snapchat group.
- In your group chat, tap the “Group Profile” at the top left corner
- In your group profile, tap the three dots at the top right corner
- You can select from the options in the menu and manage your group accordingly
Where to Find Your Group on Snapchat
Previous versions of the Snapchat app had a Groups option alongside the Friends tab. However, that feature has since been removed in newer versions. If you often communicate with your Snapchat group, it will be listed in your most recent chats on your Friends page, just like conversations with individual friends are. Here is how to find your group on Snapchat
- Tap the “Chat” icon at the bottom of your screen
- You can access your group chat in the Snapchat Chat section
- Search for the group name by tapping the “Search” icon next to the “Profile” icon
If you can’t find your group chat in your Chat section, you can search for it by the group’s name.
- Type in your group name at the top in the “Search” bar
- Tap the group once it appears in the result
How to Use Your Snapchat Group
Here’s how to use different features in your Snapchat group
- In your group chat, tap the “Profile” icon at the top left corner
- Use group chat features according to your needs
You can send a snap, audio, and video call to your group and have a group conversation through Snapchat.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Snapchat Group Chats
What should I do if I can’t find a friend to add to a Snapchat group chat?
Ensure you have added the person as a friend on Snapchat. If they are already a friend and still not appearing, try refreshing your friends list or restarting the app.
Can I send messages to a Snapchat group chat if I’m not connected to the internet?
No, you need an active internet connection to send messages on Snapchat. Messages composed offline will be sent once you’re back online.
How do I report inappropriate content in a Snapchat group chat?
Tap and hold the inappropriate content, then select “Report“. Choose the reason for reporting and submit it to Snapchat for review.
Is there a way to see who has read my message in a Snapchat group chat?
Yes, after sending a message, you can tap on it to see a list of group members who have viewed the message.
How can I pin a Snapchat group chat for easy access?
Swipe right on the group chat in your chat list, then tap ‘More‘ and select ‘Pin Conversation‘ to keep it at the top of your chats.
Can I customize the emoji for a Snapchat group chat?
Yes, go to the group profile, tap ‘Customize Emojis’ and select your preferred emoji for the group chat.
How do I save messages in a Snapchat group chat?
Press and hold on a message and select ‘Save in Chat‘. The message will be highlighted and saved for both you and the group members.
Can I set a theme for a Snapchat group chat?
As of the last update, Snapchat doesn’t support themes for individual or group chats. The app maintains a standard interface for all chats.
What happens to the group chat if the creator leaves?
The group chat will continue to exist even if the creator leaves. Group chats on Snapchat are not dependent on the creator’s presence.
Can I block a Snapchat group chat without leaving it?
You cannot block a group chat without leaving it. To stop receiving messages, you’ll need to leave the group.
How do I restart a Snapchat group chat that has become inactive?
Simply send a new message or snap in the group chat to re-engage the members and restart conversations.
Is it possible to archive a Snapchat group chat?
Snapchat does not currently offer an option to archive chats. You can clear the conversation, but this does not archive it.
How do I make someone else an admin of a Snapchat group chat?
Snapchat groups do not have admin roles; all members have equal privileges regarding the group’s functionality.
Can I join a Snapchat group chat if I’m not friends with all the members?
Yes, you can be added to a group chat without being friends with all members, but you must be Snapchat friends with the person who adds you.
What’s the difference between a Snapchat group chat and a private story?
A group chat is for interactive conversations with up to 32 members, while a private story allows you to share snaps with a select audience without expecting replies.
Last Updated on April 21, 2024 3:33 pm CEST by Markus Kasanmascheff
