Have you ever wanted to add a personal touch to your text messages on your Samsung phone? Well, I have, one way to do that is by changing the background of your text messages to a specific color or image that you want. It is a fun and creative way to make your messaging look way better than normal. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to change message background on Samsung phones.
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Change Message Background on Samsung Phones

If you want to change message background on Samsung phones, then keep on reading and follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open Your Messaging App
Go to your Messages application on your Samsung phone.
Step 2: Access the Conversation
Next, open the conversation of the person which you want to change the text message background.
Step 3: Tap on the Three Dots
Now, tap on the three vertical dots you’ll see at the upper-right corner of the conversation screen. This will open the menu for additional options.
Step 4: Select Customize Wallpaper
Tap on Customize Wallpaper, and this will take to the settings to change the message background on Samsung phones.
Step 5: Pick a Background
Now, choose a color from the available list and tap on Done.
If you want to use an image from your gallery as the background, then follow the steps below:
- Step 6: Tap on the Settings gear icon (Red color) that is before the other background colors on the list.
- Step 7: Choose an image from your phone gallery and tap Done.
- Step 8: you can choose to adjust the contrast of text to make it more visible, tap Done if it’s now to your taste.
That’s it! You have successfully changed the text message background for your Samsung phone. Now, when you open that conversation you will see your personalized background color or image.
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