How to Change iMessage Chat Backgrounds on iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max

Personalizing Your iMessage Chats

• 💡 This guide demonstrates how to change the iMessage chat background on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
• 🎯 The goal is to move beyond plain default colors and add a personalized, colorful touch to your conversations.

Steps to Change Chat Background

• 1️⃣ Open the Messages app on your iPhone.
• 2️⃣ Select the specific chat you wish to customize. Ensure it's an iMessage conversation between two iPhone users.
• 3️⃣ Tap on the chat's name at the top of the screen.
• 4️⃣ Choose the 'Background' option.

Customizing Your Background

• 🖼️ You can either select a photo from your gallery or choose from the existing preset backgrounds.
• 🎨 The preset options can also be customized, allowing for different color choices.
• ✅ Once you've made your selection, tap the checkmark icon in the top right corner to confirm and apply the new background.