Have you ever considered customizing the typing status on Telegram? When a message is sent to you, by default, it displays “[user] typing…” on many apps. However, Telegram offers the option to personalize this feature, which you may not have been aware of.
Customizing the typing status on Telegram involves creating language packs. While Telegram currently provides 27 languages, language packs were originally designed to introduce additional languages that were not yet supported by the app, making it more accessible globally.
For many users, language packs have evolved beyond their intended purpose and have become a tool for enhancing their Telegram experience and making conversations with friends more engaging.
Modifying the Typing Status on Telegram Using Language Packs
To change the typing status on Telegram, follow these steps to create your own language pack:
Visit the Translating Telegram website on any device. Note that creating language packs is done through a website, and using a desktop may offer a better view.
Click on “Start Translating” to proceed.
Select a language to create a version for or click “Add a new language” to continue.
If you opt to add a new language, complete the required fields such as the language’s short name, native name, and base language.
Once you have filled out the necessary information, select “Save language.” Your new language will appear in the menu on the right shortly.
For easier access to the action, type “typing…” in the “Search translations and keys” field.
Customize this action for group chats and multiple people by tapping the first suggested choice.
When you want to see a custom message while someone is typing, click on “Add translation” and input your desired message.
Save your changes by tapping on “Submit and Apply.”
To further customize your interface, revisit your preferred device tab and adjust the settings for all of Telegram’s functionalities and features categorized neatly into sections like “Private Chats,” “Groups and Channels,” “Settings,” and more.
How to Apply the Language Pack on a Desktop
Once you have finished customizing your settings, you can extend the new typing status changes to different devices. If you have been modifying settings on your desktop and creating a language pack for desktop use, follow these steps:
To access the main tab of the new language, click on it from the same side menu as mentioned previously.
After scrolling down, choose “Use Telegram in [language name].”
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Click on “Open URL:Telegram Link” from the new tab that appears to confirm the action.
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Once in the Telegram app on your desktop, select “Change” when asked if you want to change the language.
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Now, enjoy the updated Telegram interface on your desktop. On the Translating Telegram site, engage in discussions about the language pack, modify its name, or invite translators to help customize it.
How to Apply the Language Pack on Other Devices
If you created a new Telegram interface for a different device using your desktop, you must log into the Telegram website on that device to access the pack as previously described or utilize a link. This link allows other users to enjoy the same updated Telegram interface.
Select the desired language pack from the side menu.
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After scrolling down, click on “Copy Link.”
To access the link on another device and switch to the new interface, share it with friends or in your Telegram chat.
Steps to Find Existing Language Packs
It can be exhilarating to brainstorm ideas to enhance your Telegram interface. However, with around 5,000 commands per device, it can also be draining and time-consuming. To save time and effort, you can explore pre-existing fun language packs.
There’s a possibility that someone has already created the ideal pack you’re looking for. Discovering these packs might be tricky since there isn’t a central location to access all existing language packs.
You can search for language packs on various websites like Reddit, but starting within the app itself is recommended.
Launch the Telegram app.
Tap on the magnifying glass icon located in the top right corner.
Input the term “language packs.”
Find the chat named “language packs!”
Search the group chat or browse using keywords from the pinned message.
Click on the link within the message once you’ve found the desired language pack.
After clicking, a pop-up will show the progress and upcoming interface changes.
Next, tap on “Change.”
It’s worth noting that most of these language packs are only 2-3% complete. Although the “[user] typing…” indicator may remain unchanged, you can potentially help improve the translations by following the steps outlined in the preceding section after clicking on the provided link.
Switching Back to the Original Language on Telegram
If you accidentally activated a language pack or simply prefer the classic Telegram interface, reverting to the original look is straightforward. Here’s how:
Launch Telegram.
Access the menu by tapping the three horizontal lines in the top left corner.
Choose the “Settings” option.
When you see the “Language” option, tap on it.
Proceed to the selection of your preferred language.
Select the language you desire.
How to Delete a Language Pack on Telegram
If your “Language” section in Telegram is cluttered due to numerous language packs you’ve experimented with, you can tidy it up by deleting unnecessary language packs.
On Desktop
To declutter your desktop interface from unused language packs, perform the following steps:
Launch Telegram.
Locate and click on the three horizontal lines at the top left corner.
Choose “Settings.”
When you click on “Language,” remember that you can’t delete the language pack you are currently using; you need to switch to a different one first.
To delete a language, simply tap on the three dots next to the desired language.
To confirm the removal, click on “Delete.”
If you accidentally removed a language, you can quickly restore it by selecting the same three dots and then choosing “Restore.”
On Mobile
To eliminate the language packs on your phone, follow these steps:
Open the Telegram app.
Tap the horizontal line menu in the top left corner.
Go to “Settings.”
Tap “Language.”
Press and hold the language you wish to remove.
“Delete” can be tapped.
FAQs
Which language pack I’m using—can other Telegram users see it?
No, users can only view their chosen language interface on Telegram.
Can multiple typing statuses be created?
Absolutely, you can generate numerous typing statuses but can only apply one at a time on your current Telegram interface.
A New Typing Experience
Enhancing your chatting experience with friends and family involves modifying your typing status and other parts of the Telegram interface. Crafting a cat-themed interface can have people “meow” as they type messages. Nevertheless, ensure not to overwhelm yourself by making excessive changes and getting lost in the app.
Have you experimented with altering the typing status on your Telegram app yet? What did you customize it to? Share with us in the comments below.
How to Change Typing on Telegram
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