You can change your chat background in the Messages app on iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. Let’s look at how to do this.
How to Add a Dynamic Background
- Open a conversation in the Messages app.
- Tap the contact or group icon at the top of the screen.
- Tap Backgrounds.
- Choose an effect like Color, Sky, Water, or Aurora.
- Swipe left to view styles or adjust options.
- Tap Done to save.
How to Add a Photo Background
- Open your chosen conversation and tap the contact or group icon at the top.
- Select Backgrounds, then tap Photo to pick an image from your library.
- Tip: You can also touch and hold a shared photo inside your chat thread, then tap Set as Background.
- Crop the picture or swipe left to apply filters like Black & White, Duotone, or Color Wash.
- Tap Done to apply.
- You can also use Image Playground via Apple Intelligence for custom generated graphics.
How to Remove or Disable Backgrounds
- Remove for a specific chat: Tap the contact icon, select Backgrounds, and choose None.
- Turn off globally: Go to Settings > Apps > Messages and turn off Conversation Backgrounds.
