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Now you can update your Messenger status beyond Active and Inactive. Learn how in this article.
1. What Is Custom Status on Messenger?
Custom status on Messenger allows users to update their current status as they wish. This status line will replace the 'Active' or 'Active X minutes ago' line you usually see. You can share whatever you're doing or thinking.
This feature was first introduced in December 2021 on the Messenger app. If you're using an older version of the Messenger app, make sure to update to the latest version to experience this feature!
2. Updating Custom Status on Messenger
You can choose a default status or write your own status line. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Open the Messenger app.
Step 2: Tap on your profile icon at the top left corner. Then select Custom Status from the Menu.
Step 3: Here, you can choose a default status line or enter a custom status line. Normally, this status will be set for 1 hour, you can change it by tapping Edit.
Step 4: Choose the time you want to set the status.
Step 5: You can also change the icon of the status line by tapping on the small Avatar icon on the left of the status line. Then, you find and select the desired icon.
Step 6: When you're ready, press Update. The status will appear instead of the Active line, below your account name.
3. How to Remove Custom Status on Messenger
Whenever you want, you can remove the custom status through the following simple steps:
Step 1: Open the Messenger app.
Step 2: Open your profile at the top left corner, select Custom Status.
Step 3: Press the X button next to your current status line. When asked for confirmation, choose Delete, Remove.
Step 4: Once the status line is removed. Press the Back button at the top left corner to return to Messenger.
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Updating fun status lines will show that you're humorous, attracting friends on Messenger to chat with you. Make sure to have some joyful moments for yourself!
