Updated January 2018: This article has been updated information about Snapcode, updated steps, and screenshots. Keep reading our Snapchat guide and if you have any questions, throw them in the comments below. This should get you started on Snapchat, but there's still lots more to learn! Snapchat will show you the username options available as you continue to enter the person's name: then all you have to do is tap Add to add them to your Snapchat fam! Any questions?

Enter the persons Snapchat username in the search bar at the top of the screen.

There will be three options along the top for your to choose from: Add Friends, Contacts, and Snapcode.

Tap your Bitmoji/icon in the upper left corner on the Snapchat home screen.If you don't have a Snapcode handy, you can add friends the old-fashioned way - by username! If you want to practice, or you're simply looking for some Snapchatters to get started with, several of us here at iMore are waiting for you! How to add Friends manually Just tap the Snapcode screenshot to add your friend.) (Snapchat will show you your camera roll with images it thinks might be a Snapcode at the top. Tap Add by Snapcode if your friend sent you a screenshot of their Snapcode.

You can also share your Snapcode by saving it directly to your photos and sending it to people where they can Snap or screenshot your code to add you. Before you set up a Business account, follow these steps to create a regular account: Open the Snapchat app and tap Sign Up. When it works, you'll get a confirmation! Go to the App Store (for Apple iOS) or the Google Play Store (for Android) and download the app to your device.

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