To set up Bitmoji keyboard on your Google phone, you have two options: integrate it directly into Gboard (recommended) or enable the standalone Bitmoji Keyboard as a fallback.
Before you begin: Prerequisites
First, download and install the Bitmoji app from the Google Play Store, then create your personalized avatar. Ensure that Gboard is installed and updated to its latest version on your device. Note that Bitmoji for Gboard requires at least 15% free internal storage space on your device to function.
Set up Bitmoji in Gboard (recommended)
This is the primary method for using Bitmoji stickers directly inside your standard keyboard without switching keyboards.
- Open any messaging app and tap the text box to bring up Gboard.
- Tap the round smiley face icon on Gboard, then select the Bitmoji icon (often a winking face or your avatar) at the bottom of the keyboard.
- If prompted, tap "Set Up Bitmoji" and log in to your Bitmoji account.
- Once set up, you can tap on any Bitmoji sticker directly within Gboard to insert it into your conversation. Tap and hold the space bar to switch to the Bitmoji keyboard after adding it.
- You can resize a Bitmoji sticker by pinching in or out before sending it.
Bitmoji for Gboard is compatible with messaging apps that support pasting images from the keyboard, such as Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Google Hangouts, Google Gmail, and Google Android Messages.
Enable the standalone Bitmoji keyboard (alternative)
Use this fallback method for devices or situations where Gboard integration isn't preferred, such as when you want a dedicated keyboard for Bitmoji stickers.
- Go to your phone's "Settings" > "General Management" (or "System") > "Languages & input" > "Virtual keyboard" (or "On-screen keyboard") > "Manage keyboards".
- From the "Manage keyboards" menu, toggle on the "Bitmoji Keyboard" switch.
When enabling a third-party keyboard like Bitmoji, a standard privacy warning about collecting typed text will appear. However, Bitmoji states it does not track keystrokes or text entered. Bitmoji only collects data on text entered when using the search function within the Bitmoji app, which is kept for 30 days to improve the product. The smart sticker suggestion feature on the Android Bitmoji Keyboard is powered by your device and does not track your typed text.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bitmoji?
Bitmoji is a popular app that allows users to create personalized avatars and use them as expressive stickers in messaging and social media platforms.
Can I use Bitmoji on my Google phone?
Yes, you can use Bitmoji on your Google phone by setting up the Bitmoji keyboard through Gboard integration or by enabling the standalone Bitmoji Keyboard as described above.
How do I customize my avatar?
You can customize your Bitmoji avatar directly on your Google phone using the Bitmoji app, where you can adjust features like hairstyle, facial features, and outfit.
How do I enable the keyboard?
To enable the Bitmoji keyboard, either set it up within Gboard by tapping the smiley face and selecting the Bitmoji tab, or enable the standalone keyboard via Settings > System > Languages & input > Virtual keyboard > Manage keyboards. For a complete walkthrough of both methods, including steps for emojis and custom keyboards setup, follow the instructions above.
