What is Snapchat and how do you use it?

Snapchat is a popular messaging app that lets users exchange pictures and videos (called snaps) that are meant to disappear after they’re viewed. It’s advertised as a “new type of camera” because the essential function is to take a picture or video, add filters, lenses or other effects and share them with friends.

How do you do Snapchat step by step?

How does Snapchat work?

1. Tap the capture button to take a snap, or press-and-hold it to record a video snap up to 10 seconds long. If you keep holding it, it’ll record a multi-snap.
2. After you take a snap, you can use all kinds of creative tools.

How do you start a Snapchat?

Set up a Snapchat Account on Your Mobile Device

1. First, you’ll need to download the Snapchat app for iOS or Android.
2. Open the Snapchat app.
3. Tap ‘Sign Up’ to create a new account.
4. Enter your name and tap ‘Sign Up & Accept.
5. Enter your date of birth.
6. Create a username.
7. Make a secure password that will be easy to remember.

How should I use Snapchat?

New to Snapchat? These 10 Tips and Tricks Will Help You Out

1. Enable Ghost Mode. Snapchat records your location when you post a snap.
2. Share Stories With a Group.
3. Create Stories With Your Friends.
4. Make Snaps Available for Over 10 Seconds.
5. Link Bitmoji.
6. Use Two Filters at Once.
7. Queue Up All Stories.
8. Zoom In on Videos.

Who can see my Snapchat?

Who can see my Snaps on Snapchat? By default, only those on your Friends list will see your Snaps, and only then if you send a Snap to them or add it to your Story. However, you can customize your privacy settings by tapping the cog icon to the right of ‘My Story’ on the Stories screen.

How do I see all my friends on Snapchat?

Open Snapchat and swipe left. At the top of this page on the right, you’ll see an icon that looks like a speech bubble with a + sign. Click this. From there you’ll be on the New Chats page, where you should be able to view your friends list in alphabetical order.

Do you need phone number for Snapchat?

You can also tap ‘sign up with email instead’ if you don’t want to use your phone number. You can allow access to your contacts to add your friends easily.

Can anyone see my friends on Snapchat?

But be careful! While your photos and videos can’t be seen by anyone but the person you are sending them to, everyone you are friends with on Snapchat can, in fact, see who you are sending most of your photos and videos to.