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This wikiHow teaches you how to set up a chat conversation with two or more other people in both mobile and desktop version of WeChat.

How to Set Up a WeChat Group Chat

  1. Tap "+" when you open WeChat.
  2. Select "New Chat"
  3. Choose the contacts you want to add to the group and tap "Done" to create it.
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On Mobile

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  1. It's a green app with two white speech bubbles. If you're already logged into WeChat, doing so will take you to the last tab you had open.
    • If you aren't already logged in, tap Log In, enter your phone number and password, and tap Log In. You may also need to verify your number via a text message.
  2. This is a speech bubble icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
    • On Android, you'll tap WeChat in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
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  3. It's in the top-right corner of the screen.
  4. This option is at the top of the drop-down menu.
  5. You'll do so in the Contacts area near the bottom of the screen (and down).
  6. This will create your group chat. Any time one of you messages the group, everyone else in the chat will receive a notification.
  7. If you want to add a contact to an existing chat, do the following:
    • Select the chat to which you want to add the contact.
    • Tap the person-shaped icon (iPhone) or (Android) in the top-right corner of the screen.
    • Tap .
    • Select one or more contacts, then tap OK in the top-right corner of the screen.
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On Desktop

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  1. Click or double-click the WeChat app icon, which resembles a green speech bubble and a white speech bubble overlapping.
    • If you aren't logged into WeChat on your computer, you'll need to open your WeChat QR code scanner on your smartphone or tablet and then scan the QR code in the middle of the window.
  2. It's to the right of the search bar that's at the top of the WeChat window. A drop-down menu will appear.
  3. Click the checkboxes next to at least two contacts' names.
  4. It's at the bottom of the drop-down menu. Doing so creates a group chat with your selected contacts.
  5. If you just want to add a contact to a current group chat, do the following:
    • Select the chat in the left-hand column.
    • Click in the upper-right side of the window.
    • Click in the upper-right side of the window.
    • Select at least one contact, then click OK.
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    How do I remove someone from group chat?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Go to group settings and click, "remove people."
  • Question
    Can I add a contact on my HP to WeChat?
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    Yes, you can add a contact on your HP (whether it's a laptop or desktop) to WeChat, but the process may differ slightly from the mobile app. First, download and install the WeChat desktop version from the official website. Once you've done that, log in using your WeChat credentials. You can then sync your contacts from your phone to the desktop app. If your contact isn’t listed, you can manually add them by entering their WeChat ID or scanning a QR code if they’re nearby.
  • Question
    How to set up the WeChat group name?
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    Open the group chat you want to rename. Tap on the group name at the top of the screen to enter the group settings. In the group settings, tap "Group Name" or the "Edit" button next to the current name. Enter your desired group name and tap "Save" to confirm the change. All members of the group will see the new name once it is updated.
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