WhatsApp: The trick to activate "Argentine flag mode"

On national holidays or simply out of pride, many users look to customize their WhatsApp with the Argentine colors. We'll explain the ultimate trick to change the app icon to the flag and how to add the blue and white to your chats and keyboard. It's easier than you think.

WhatsApp is the ultimate communication tool, but its native customization options are limited. However, thanks to some third-party apps and little-known features, it's possible to transform the platform's appearance to reflect the colors of the Argentine flag, a trend that gains popularity on special dates like Flag Day or during sporting events.

It's important to clarify that the so-called "Argentine flag mode" is not an official WhatsApp feature, but rather a set of customizations made using external tools. Below, we explain the step-by-step process for achieving it safely.

Step 1: Change the WhatsApp icon to the Argentine flag

The most visible and striking change is replacing the classic green WhatsApp icon with an image of the Argentine flag. To do this, you'll need a launcher-type app that allows you to customize your Android phone's interface. One of the most popular and secure is Nova Launcher.

The process is as follows:

* Download the image: Search Google for a PNG image of the Argentine flag with a transparent background. Save it to your phone's gallery. You can find many options by searching for "Argentine flag icon png."

* Install Nova Launcher: Download and install Nova Launcher from the Google Play Store. Upon opening it, the app will guide you through setting it as your default app launcher.

* Edit the icon: Once Nova Launcher is installed, go to your home screen, press and hold the WhatsApp icon for a few seconds until a floating menu appears.

* Select “Edit”: In the menu, tap the “Edit” option (usually a pencil icon).

* Change the image: Tap the WhatsApp logo. A new menu will open. Select Apps > Photos (or Gallery) and find the Argentine flag image you downloaded.

* Adjust and confirm: Adjust the image size if necessary and press “Done” or “Done”.

Done! The WhatsApp icon on your home screen will now display the Argentine flag. If you ever want to revert the change, simply uninstall Nova Launcher and your interface will return to normal.

Step 2: Customize your chat background

To bring the blue and white color into your conversations, you can change the chat background.

* Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats > Wallpaper.

* Click on “Change”.

* Select “My Photos” and choose an image of the Argentine flag or a landscape of the country you like.

* Adjust the image and press “Set wallpaper”.

Step 3: A light blue and white keyboard

You can also customize the keyboard to match your theme. If you use Gboard (Google's keyboard), the process is very simple:

* Open any WhatsApp chat to bring up the keyboard.

* Tap the color palette or gear icon to access theme settings.

* Select the option to create a custom theme (usually a “+”).

* Choose a light blue and white background image from your gallery and adjust it.

* Save your changes and your keyboard will have a new look.

"Not only can you change the logos, but you can even make it look like it belongs to another brand. Launchers allow you to customize different aspects of your phone's screen." – La Nación.

Important clarification: WhatsApp's other "flag"

It's important not to confuse this aesthetic customization with an official WhatsApp feature that also uses a flag icon. This icon appears next to messages in chats that have the "temporary messages" option enabled. Its purpose is to "save" a specific message to prevent it from being automatically deleted along with the rest of the conversation. It's an organizational tool and has no relation to country flags.

With these simple tricks, you can bring your national pride to the world's most used messaging app and amaze all your contacts.