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WhatsApp formatting vs Unicode letters
WhatsApp has handy shortcuts. They are perfect in chats, but they don't work everywhere.
| Feature | How | Works in About and name? |
|---|---|---|
| Bold | *text* | No |
| Italic | _text_ | No |
| Strikethrough | ~text~ | No |
| Monospace | three backticks around text | No |
| Script, gothic, bubble | Copy from this page | Yes |
How to style your WhatsApp About
- Copy a style above.
- Open Settings, tap your photo, then About.
- Paste and save.
Messages for the moments that matter
When to skip fancy letters
- Older phones may show boxes. Plain text is kinder there.
- Addresses, payment details and phone numbers should always stay plain.
- Long texts are tiring to read and hard for screen readers.
Questions artists ask
How do I write bold on WhatsApp without a website?
Wrap the text in asterisks: *like this*. Use underscores for italic and tildes for strikethrough.
Can I use fancy fonts in my WhatsApp name?
Yes, profile names accept Unicode characters. Choose a readable style so contacts recognize you.
Why does my friend see boxes?
Their phone lacks that character. Bold, italic and script styles are the most widely supported.
Awais Ahmad
Founder and editor of Letras Bonitas Art. Builds the tools and writes the guides on this site for artists who letter on screens. How we review our pages.
