Discovering Direct Conversations on Snapchat in a Click
How to Video Chat/Call on Snapchat with 3 Steps
Ollie Mattison
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Most people are not aware about Snapchat video chat facilities, though it’s been around since a long time. Sounds surprising though! Even few of our acquaintances approached us to know about Snapchat video call.
Well! We decided to decipher the fact and reveal the video calling feature of Snapchat, to make your life simpler. Your favorite social networking app is not restricted to sharing photos, videos, and stories, they can make you talk and see your family and friends anytime.
Here, in this article we are going to explain you the 3 steps to make a video call using Snapchat app.
Least people had an idea that Snapchat offers a sleek video calling feature as well. So, we are bringing you the steps as how to video call someone using Snapchat without any trouble. Let’s see how you can enjoy communicating face to face from your respective places–
Step 1: Swipe right to start a video chat
First of all, launch the latest version of Snapchat on your mobile and then swipe right on the camera to get the ‘Friends’ list. You can also tap on the ‘Friends’ tab found at the bottom left corner of the screen. Now, find the contact you want to make a Snapchat video call with, and tap or right swipe on it.
Step 2: Press video camera icon
In this step, you will start calling your friend. For this, look for the video recorder icon on the next screen and tap on it to place the call. It should start ringing ASAP by sending them a chat request.
Step 3: Wait for answering
Their phone will start ringing if they have enabled Snapchat notifications. Enabling notification will also let them know that you’re calling even if they are not using the app that time. Or else, they can only get the call, while using Snapchat.
There are 3 options to respond to a call.
If they click on ‘Watch’ option, they can see you, but you aren’t allowed for so.
If they tap ‘Join’ option, it means both of you can see and talk to each other. In case they select ‘Ignore’ option, you will get a busy message.
If you tap the green camera icon the video becomes one way, where only you can see them, but they won’t see you.
Note: By swiping the screen down, you can minimize the Snapchat video call.
Part 2: Tips for using video chat/call
Now that you are well aware of Snapchat video chat, how about some extra tips to add more fun to your chat sessions? So, get creative and enjoy the fun
1 Double check to switch
When you want to show your friend what your pet is up to, or that blooming rose on your balcony, you will definitely need to roam around and adjust the front camera. But, you can show him/her without switching your place. Just double-tap the screen of your Snapchat video chat and your friend can see everything. Switching or swapping between your cameras during a Snapchat video call is that easy.
You are up to surprise your BFF with cute and funny stickers during the Snapchat video chat? Why not! On your screen, tap the ‘Smiley’ tab and select the stickers, they will be included in your video chat and both of you can view them.
3 Close the call
Well! Now that you guys ran out of topics for the day and want to end the call. It is very easy to close a Snapchat call. You just need to exit the video chat by going back to the recent conversations or switch to another app.
4 Make sure to upload the latest version
It is advised that you update to the latest version of Snapchat to get the best out of this app.
5 Send video message
When your friends are not online in Snapchat or haven’t enabled notifications for Snapchat video calls, you can still leave video messages for them. To share a video message, tap and hold the video recorder button in the chat, and record something up to 10 seconds, then send it. Your friends will get the video message when they open that message in their Snapchat.
Final Verdict
Moving towards the end, we hope you have got a broad idea about how to use Snapchat’s video call feature, and add cute and funny stickers as well to pep up the chat. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mobile phone and start Snapchat video calling, we are sure that it will be so much fun than just sharing one sided snaps to each other. Thanks for going through the post. Please share your first experience with video calling with the Snapchat.
Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Most people are not aware about Snapchat video chat facilities, though it’s been around since a long time. Sounds surprising though! Even few of our acquaintances approached us to know about Snapchat video call.
Well! We decided to decipher the fact and reveal the video calling feature of Snapchat, to make your life simpler. Your favorite social networking app is not restricted to sharing photos, videos, and stories, they can make you talk and see your family and friends anytime.
Here, in this article we are going to explain you the 3 steps to make a video call using Snapchat app.
Least people had an idea that Snapchat offers a sleek video calling feature as well. So, we are bringing you the steps as how to video call someone using Snapchat without any trouble. Let’s see how you can enjoy communicating face to face from your respective places–
Step 1: Swipe right to start a video chat
First of all, launch the latest version of Snapchat on your mobile and then swipe right on the camera to get the ‘Friends’ list. You can also tap on the ‘Friends’ tab found at the bottom left corner of the screen. Now, find the contact you want to make a Snapchat video call with, and tap or right swipe on it.
Step 2: Press video camera icon
In this step, you will start calling your friend. For this, look for the video recorder icon on the next screen and tap on it to place the call. It should start ringing ASAP by sending them a chat request.
Step 3: Wait for answering
Their phone will start ringing if they have enabled Snapchat notifications. Enabling notification will also let them know that you’re calling even if they are not using the app that time. Or else, they can only get the call, while using Snapchat.
There are 3 options to respond to a call.
If they click on ‘Watch’ option, they can see you, but you aren’t allowed for so.
If they tap ‘Join’ option, it means both of you can see and talk to each other. In case they select ‘Ignore’ option, you will get a busy message.
If you tap the green camera icon the video becomes one way, where only you can see them, but they won’t see you.
Note: By swiping the screen down, you can minimize the Snapchat video call.
Now that you are well aware of Snapchat video chat, how about some extra tips to add more fun to your chat sessions? So, get creative and enjoy the fun
1 Double check to switch
When you want to show your friend what your pet is up to, or that blooming rose on your balcony, you will definitely need to roam around and adjust the front camera. But, you can show him/her without switching your place. Just double-tap the screen of your Snapchat video chat and your friend can see everything. Switching or swapping between your cameras during a Snapchat video call is that easy.
2 Add stickers
You are up to surprise your BFF with cute and funny stickers during the Snapchat video chat? Why not! On your screen, tap the ‘Smiley’ tab and select the stickers, they will be included in your video chat and both of you can view them.
3 Close the call
Well! Now that you guys ran out of topics for the day and want to end the call. It is very easy to close a Snapchat call. You just need to exit the video chat by going back to the recent conversations or switch to another app.
4 Make sure to upload the latest version
It is advised that you update to the latest version of Snapchat to get the best out of this app.
5 Send video message
When your friends are not online in Snapchat or haven’t enabled notifications for Snapchat video calls, you can still leave video messages for them. To share a video message, tap and hold the video recorder button in the chat, and record something up to 10 seconds, then send it. Your friends will get the video message when they open that message in their Snapchat.
Moving towards the end, we hope you have got a broad idea about how to use Snapchat’s video call feature, and add cute and funny stickers as well to pep up the chat. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mobile phone and start Snapchat video calling, we are sure that it will be so much fun than just sharing one sided snaps to each other. Thanks for going through the post. Please share your first experience with video calling with the Snapchat.
Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Most people are not aware about Snapchat video chat facilities, though it’s been around since a long time. Sounds surprising though! Even few of our acquaintances approached us to know about Snapchat video call.
Well! We decided to decipher the fact and reveal the video calling feature of Snapchat, to make your life simpler. Your favorite social networking app is not restricted to sharing photos, videos, and stories, they can make you talk and see your family and friends anytime.
Here, in this article we are going to explain you the 3 steps to make a video call using Snapchat app.
Least people had an idea that Snapchat offers a sleek video calling feature as well. So, we are bringing you the steps as how to video call someone using Snapchat without any trouble. Let’s see how you can enjoy communicating face to face from your respective places–
Step 1: Swipe right to start a video chat
First of all, launch the latest version of Snapchat on your mobile and then swipe right on the camera to get the ‘Friends’ list. You can also tap on the ‘Friends’ tab found at the bottom left corner of the screen. Now, find the contact you want to make a Snapchat video call with, and tap or right swipe on it.
In this step, you will start calling your friend. For this, look for the video recorder icon on the next screen and tap on it to place the call. It should start ringing ASAP by sending them a chat request.
Their phone will start ringing if they have enabled Snapchat notifications. Enabling notification will also let them know that you’re calling even if they are not using the app that time. Or else, they can only get the call, while using Snapchat.
There are 3 options to respond to a call.
If they click on ‘Watch’ option, they can see you, but you aren’t allowed for so.
If they tap ‘Join’ option, it means both of you can see and talk to each other. In case they select ‘Ignore’ option, you will get a busy message.
If you tap the green camera icon the video becomes one way, where only you can see them, but they won’t see you.
Note: By swiping the screen down, you can minimize the Snapchat video call.
Part 2: Tips for using video chat/call
Now that you are well aware of Snapchat video chat, how about some extra tips to add more fun to your chat sessions? So, get creative and enjoy the fun
1 Double check to switch
When you want to show your friend what your pet is up to, or that blooming rose on your balcony, you will definitely need to roam around and adjust the front camera. But, you can show him/her without switching your place. Just double-tap the screen of your Snapchat video chat and your friend can see everything. Switching or swapping between your cameras during a Snapchat video call is that easy.
2 Add stickers
You are up to surprise your BFF with cute and funny stickers during the Snapchat video chat? Why not! On your screen, tap the ‘Smiley’ tab and select the stickers, they will be included in your video chat and both of you can view them.
Well! Now that you guys ran out of topics for the day and want to end the call. It is very easy to close a Snapchat call. You just need to exit the video chat by going back to the recent conversations or switch to another app.
4 Make sure to upload the latest version
It is advised that you update to the latest version of Snapchat to get the best out of this app.
5 Send video message
When your friends are not online in Snapchat or haven’t enabled notifications for Snapchat video calls, you can still leave video messages for them. To share a video message, tap and hold the video recorder button in the chat, and record something up to 10 seconds, then send it. Your friends will get the video message when they open that message in their Snapchat.
Final Verdict
Moving towards the end, we hope you have got a broad idea about how to use Snapchat’s video call feature, and add cute and funny stickers as well to pep up the chat. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mobile phone and start Snapchat video calling, we are sure that it will be so much fun than just sharing one sided snaps to each other. Thanks for going through the post. Please share your first experience with video calling with the Snapchat.
Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Most people are not aware about Snapchat video chat facilities, though it’s been around since a long time. Sounds surprising though! Even few of our acquaintances approached us to know about Snapchat video call.
Well! We decided to decipher the fact and reveal the video calling feature of Snapchat, to make your life simpler. Your favorite social networking app is not restricted to sharing photos, videos, and stories, they can make you talk and see your family and friends anytime.
Here, in this article we are going to explain you the 3 steps to make a video call using Snapchat app.
Least people had an idea that Snapchat offers a sleek video calling feature as well. So, we are bringing you the steps as how to video call someone using Snapchat without any trouble. Let’s see how you can enjoy communicating face to face from your respective places–
Step 1: Swipe right to start a video chat
First of all, launch the latest version of Snapchat on your mobile and then swipe right on the camera to get the ‘Friends’ list. You can also tap on the ‘Friends’ tab found at the bottom left corner of the screen. Now, find the contact you want to make a Snapchat video call with, and tap or right swipe on it.
Step 2: Press video camera icon
In this step, you will start calling your friend. For this, look for the video recorder icon on the next screen and tap on it to place the call. It should start ringing ASAP by sending them a chat request.
Step 3: Wait for answering
Their phone will start ringing if they have enabled Snapchat notifications. Enabling notification will also let them know that you’re calling even if they are not using the app that time. Or else, they can only get the call, while using Snapchat.
If they click on ‘Watch’ option, they can see you, but you aren’t allowed for so.
If they tap ‘Join’ option, it means both of you can see and talk to each other. In case they select ‘Ignore’ option, you will get a busy message.
If you tap the green camera icon the video becomes one way, where only you can see them, but they won’t see you.
Note: By swiping the screen down, you can minimize the Snapchat video call.
Part 2: Tips for using video chat/call
Now that you are well aware of Snapchat video chat, how about some extra tips to add more fun to your chat sessions? So, get creative and enjoy the fun
1 Double check to switch
When you want to show your friend what your pet is up to, or that blooming rose on your balcony, you will definitely need to roam around and adjust the front camera. But, you can show him/her without switching your place. Just double-tap the screen of your Snapchat video chat and your friend can see everything. Switching or swapping between your cameras during a Snapchat video call is that easy.
2 Add stickers
You are up to surprise your BFF with cute and funny stickers during the Snapchat video chat? Why not! On your screen, tap the ‘Smiley’ tab and select the stickers, they will be included in your video chat and both of you can view them.
3 Close the call
Well! Now that you guys ran out of topics for the day and want to end the call. It is very easy to close a Snapchat call. You just need to exit the video chat by going back to the recent conversations or switch to another app.
4 Make sure to upload the latest version
It is advised that you update to the latest version of Snapchat to get the best out of this app.
5 Send video message
When your friends are not online in Snapchat or haven’t enabled notifications for Snapchat video calls, you can still leave video messages for them. To share a video message, tap and hold the video recorder button in the chat, and record something up to 10 seconds, then send it. Your friends will get the video message when they open that message in their Snapchat.
Final Verdict
Moving towards the end, we hope you have got a broad idea about how to use Snapchat’s video call feature, and add cute and funny stickers as well to pep up the chat. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mobile phone and start Snapchat video calling, we are sure that it will be so much fun than just sharing one sided snaps to each other. Thanks for going through the post. Please share your first experience with video calling with the Snapchat.
Ollie Mattison
Ollie Mattison is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Ollie Mattison
Snap Your Way Unique: Discover over 120 Private Story Creation Tips and Tricks
120+ Snapchat Private Story Name Ideas
Ollie Mattison
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
Is it always enough simply to leave text messages, share pics and videos? With the innovative features that Snapchat offers, you could do so much more. That is what a private story is all about. If you have had an interesting incident or occurrence, wish to showcase an experience, or tell a little more about yourself, it is best expressed with a private story.
Private stories on this platform are easy to create and share with anyone who is on your friends’ list. You could add as many or as few as you would like who can see the story you create. The tag of Snapchat private story name ideas would mean that you are sharing something intimate and showcasing some precious moments or memories. These could also be a capture of emotions or some moments that were meaningful to you or to someone. You could create such a story, share it with your friend or friends, and delete them any time you want. Usually the private stories you create and share on this platform expire within 24 hours.
Select Your Favorite Name According to Your Zodiac Signs
Are you mulling over Snapchat private story name ideas? If you like to create videos to showcase your experiences, this is a platform to do so in infinite ways. One of the ways to find unique names for the private stories you create is to use the zodiac sign traits. If you are showcasing yourself, trying to express your emotions, feelings, or simply want to find the right ways to describe yourself, the zodiac signs traits can be a great source of doing so. It would also help portray yourself, your personality traits like and dislike to your friends through such videos.
Here we discuss the 12 zodiac signs, what are the unique traits that people under such signs possess, and how you can use such information as Snapchat private story name ideas:
1. Aries
The symbol for this sign is Ram. It is a fire sign whose ruling planet is Mars. Those who have birthdays between March 21st to April 19th are Arians. Personality traits of such individuals can be best described with the following terms:
This zodiac sign is represented by the Bull. People born under this sign, between April 20th and May 20th, are ruled by the earth sign and by planet Venus.
Accordingly, Snapchat private story name ideas for such people could be:
It is known also as the twins, it is an air sign under planet Mercury. It runs from May 21st to June 20th. Creative names for stories on such personalities could be:
It is nothing but hot air!
Love the humor!
Enjoy the day
How about it?
Let’s make the most of now
How funny it is
Mercury is liquid gold
Two fishes in the pond
How odd is it
Do I go this way or that?
4. Cancer
A zodiac sign ruled by water or the Crab. It is also said to be of the moon sign. The season for Cancerians is between June 21st and July 22nd. Snapchat private story name ideas for private stories for Cancerians could be:
Hold onto that shell!
I am over the moon
Let the good times flow
Cheers!
Feeling nostalgic
Love the silence
Trust your gut feeling
A quiet place
A place for me on the moon
Are you in the mood?
5. Leo
The sign of the lion or the fire, people who are born under this sign are ruled by the sun and are those born between July 23rd and August 22nd.
Snapchat private story name ideas can have the following creative names for such people:
A lion in the library
Bask in the warmth of the day
Aloha! I am feeling lucky today
Stay true to your friends
Love ignites the fire
A red room
Fun in the sun
Love the good vibes
I am optimistic
Roar!
6. Virgo
The sixth sign of the zodiac is ruled by the planet Mercury. This Earth sign is from August 23 to September 22.
Snapchat private story name ideas that describe such people can be:
Fastidious
Fussy I am
Be watchful
Love to fancy?
Let’s be practical
Old fashions are here to stay
Love the vintage
Earth and Mercury
Fussy kittens
Down to earth
7. Libra
People under Libra can be described with the following creative short story names:
Air and justice
I am from Venus
September love
Tip the scales in your favor
Love and romance
Turn on the charm
Tact and diplomacy
Fairest of them all
To be or not to be?
Love thyself
8. Scorpio
Title: [Updated] Discovering Direct Conversations on Snapchat in a Click