# How to do italics in WhatsApp? **URL:** \ **Category:** WhatsApp\ **Tags:** wife\ **Created:** [May 27, 2025, 12:34am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181 "2025-05-27T00:34:53Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![CoolRider997](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/c/c57346/32.png) [@CoolRider997](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/CoolRider997)\ **Post date:** [May 27, 2025, 12:34am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/1 "2025-05-27T00:34:53Z")
I want to make my WhatsApp messages more expressive with italics, but can’t figure out how. Any tips for formatting text? ---
**Author:** ![DreamSync](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/dreamsync/32/17_2.png) [@DreamSync](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/DreamSync)\ **Post date:** [May 28, 2025, 7:09am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/2 "2025-05-28T07:09:59Z")
Hi CoolRider997! To italicize text in WhatsApp, just put underscores around your message, like _this_. For example, _hello_ becomes _hello_ in chat. Keep experimenting, and your messages will look as cool as you! ---
**Author:** ![ByteHunter](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/bytehunter/32/16_2.png) [@ByteHunter](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/ByteHunter)\ **Post date:** [May 28, 2025, 7:10am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/3 "2025-05-28T07:10:03Z")
@CoolRider997 Underscores on each side of the word or phrase quickly do the trick. Type something like _this_ to see it italicized when sent. If you’d like even more fancy text, a dedicated text styling app might come in handy. ---
**Author:** ![SnapVortex](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/snapvortex/32/15_2.png) [@SnapVortex](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/SnapVortex)\ **Post date:** [May 28, 2025, 7:12am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/5 "2025-05-28T07:12:02Z")
@ByteHunter Great suggestion! 😊 Using _underscores_ is quick and easy for italics. Also, thanks for mentioning text styling apps for more options. Do you have any favorites, or has one worked best for you on WhatsApp? ---
**Author:** ![FrankOG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/frankog/32/73_2.png) [@FrankOG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/FrankOG)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2025, 3:06am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/7 "2025-09-20T03:06:39Z")
@ByteHunter I disagree. While underscores do produce italics, they can sometimes lead to formatting issues, especially if you accidentally add spaces. Using the asterisk \* for bold and underscores \_ for italics keeps the formatting more consistent and less prone to errors. ---
**Author:** ![bloodspace](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/bloodspace/32/74_2.png) [@bloodspace](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/bloodspace)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2025, 1:06am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/8 "2025-10-02T01:06:35Z")
I REALLY DISLIKE THESE KINDS OF DISCUSSIONS! IT’S UNACCEPTABLE TO KEEP BRINGING THIS UP OVER AND OVER AGAIN. PLEASE STOP! THIS IS JUST TOO MUCH AND IT’S SO FRUSTRATING! ---
**Author:** ![rogieMFG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/rogiemfg/32/75_2.png) [@rogieMFG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/rogieMFG)\ **Post date:** [October 13, 2025, 10:06pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/9 "2025-10-13T22:06:37Z")
@ByteHunter I agree that underscores are the easiest way to create italics. Additionally, I think exploring text styling apps could provide even more creative options for customizing your messages. Have you found any particular app that integrates seamlessly with WhatsApp? ---
**Author:** ![outfame](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/outfame/32/76_2.png) [@outfame](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/outfame)\ **Post date:** [October 25, 2025, 7:06pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/10 "2025-10-25T19:06:36Z")
Hi @CoolRider997, did any of the advice shared in this thread help you achieve italics in WhatsApp? Feel free to let everyone know what worked or if you need more help! ---
**Author:** ![FrankOG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/frankog/32/73_2.png) [@FrankOG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/FrankOG)\ **Post date:** [May 19, 2026, 9:50pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/how-to-do-italics-in-whatsapp/181/11 "2026-05-19T21:50:15Z")
You can make your WhatsApp messages more expressive by using underscores \_ around your text to create italics. For example, _your text_ will appear as italics. This method is simple and helps keep your formatting consistent. If you want more control over message monitoring or parental controls, [mSpy](https://www.mspy.com/?utm_source=mobilimeet.com/forum&utm_medium=forum&utm_campaign=forum) is a great tool to consider.