There is a wide variety of skins created by snapchat that allow the app to be used correctly , however, skins designed by ourselves can already be inserted into the app. For this, you will need to have basic knowledge of some image editing or 3D program.
This is possible, thanks to the innovation of the SketchAR app, where the creations range from moving portraits to traditional but augmented reality drawings.
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- What are the most important requirements when it comes to wanting to create your own mask?
- Download the ‘SketchAR’ app
- Create your 3D element
- Download and identify your user data
- How to import and design your 3D elements to create your skin?
- How to make more users can use your own Snapchat skin?
What are the most important requirements when it comes to wanting to create your own mask?
Although it is true that Snapchat has lowered its level of popularity among the population, one of its main attractions is the possibility of creating fun and peculiar masks for photos. To create original and personalized skins, you simply have to install it on your mobile device.
(cell phones, tablets, ipads), on PCs and laptops an application called SketchAR, a tool that has come to revolutionize the way we design, because in addition to creating original masks or lenses, it allows us to develop artistic skills and learn to make traditional drawings with greater success.
Download the ‘SketchAR’ app
To enjoy the Sketchar application on Android devices , you must download it directly from the Google Play Store, while on devices with iOS operating systems, you must go to the digital software distribution platform better known as the App Store and download this app.
Then the system will automatically display a page where in order to continue you must read and accept the privacy agreement. Once the application is downloaded, click on it to complete the installation process.
Subsequently, an introductory screen will appear explaining its functions and the steps to follow to start the creation of the 3D element and in this way begin to enjoy the benefits offered by this mask design and customization tool.
Create your 3D element
To get started, the SketchAR software must be downloaded . Once the application is installed there will be no limits when creating lenses or masks.
There are several ideal templates for those who want to innovate and design their own skins. To create any object on the default template it is necessary to press: ADD NEW where several options are shown. Within these options, texture and material are found, then files are entered to add the precise graphic and later modify the material if necessary.
When the 3D element is ready and finished, the result thrown in the design of the mask can be previewed before being imported to Snapchat to ensure that the finished project meets the expectations required by the user and thus be published, but before you must create a name.
Add an icon and choose the message that will appear to the user when they open the skin on Snapchat . Once the settings are saved, clicking on the “Publish Lens” button opens a window where we can upload a preview of the mask and the label so that users can find it.
Once the Snapchat team has reviewed the design, you will have the option to generate a custom Snapcode so that it can be shared with others.
The code remains for one year after its creation , so the user can unlock it multiple times. Also, you can send the code to your friends. Upon reaching the submit screen, you will be asked if you want to add a new skin or update an existing skin.
Each skin has a unique identifier, which is necessary to be able to distinguish different existing skins or those that you have previously submitted, if they have a similar name or icon. This is also necessary for possible support requests.
However, it should be noted that this app makes the design of 2D and 3D elements much easier and more accessible for both professionals and amateurs through tools that eliminate technical complexities and then export them and use them on mobile devices, desktop computers. and laptops.
Download and identify your user data
The design or image of the mask goes through an exhaustive review by Snapchat , so these details must be taken into account when creating the image.
To identify a mask as owned by a user, you must log in to Snapchat with the usual username and password as the Face Swap filter. The system will then prompt you for information about your mask, where you can add any important details in order to identify and distinguish your mask from others that may be similar.
How to import and design your 3D elements to create your skin?
After designing the 3D object, proceed to log in to Snapchat. Next, authorization will be requested so that Sketchar can access your account, you must authorize yourself to continue the process. Once authorized, the message appears to return to the app, press continue on the message and you must verify that you are logged in at the top. You will be prompted to add your mask information.
Here you can add Tags or labels to help Snapchatters find your skin, you can also configure the visibility of your skin, this in order to filter who can have access.
View the project, and finally press the Submit Lens button to submit your mask. At the end, the system will automatically send you a congratulations message and you will be able to access your masks.
How to make more users can use your own Snapchat skin?
After completing the process of making and inserting the mask in the snapchat menu, it will only be available in the account of its creator. To share it with other users and friends, proceed to do the following:
- Tap the camera icon and tap the open skin option
- Locate the skins you want to share.
- Press the mask button to access more information.
- Select‘ Send to friends’ to share the skins via Chat.
