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How to Master LINE: Top Tricks for Messaging and Stickers

Themes: Apply or purchase themes from the Theme Shop to change colors and backgrounds.
Chat wallpapers: Set per-chat wallpapers (long-press a chat → Settings → Wallpaper) to personalize important conversations.
Font size: Adjust font size in Settings → Chats → Font Size for readability.

Sticker drawer: Tap the smile icon in chat to access stickers and emoji; swipe to switch packs.
Favorites: Long-press a sticker and tap “Add to Favorites” to reuse frequently.
Animated stickers: Use animated stickers sparingly to emphasize reactions; note they consume more data.
Create custom stickers: Use LINE Creators Market or the built-in sticker maker (if available) to make personal packs from photos.
Sticker search: Use keywords in the sticker shop to find relevant packs quickly.

Quick reply shortcuts: On mobile, use reply previews (swipe on notification) to respond faster.
Reply to specific messages: Long-press a message and choose “Reply” to quote and keep context.
Forwarding: Long-press → Forward to send messages or media to multiple chats.
Multiple selection: Use multi-select in chat to delete or forward several messages at once.
Pin important chats: Long-press a chat → Pin to keep it at the top.

Create group folders: Use group chat folders or star important chats to organize.
Mentions and notes: Use @mentions in groups to notify specific members; use Notes to share persistent info.
Roles and admins: Assign admins in large groups to manage settings and membership.
Hidden chats / Keep messages: Use “Keep” to save important media/messages and Hidden Chats for private conversations (set a passcode).

High-quality uploads: Toggle high-quality upload in camera/media settings when sending images.
Voice messages: Hold the microphone icon to record; slide up to lock if you want hands-free recording.
Group calls & video: Use group voice/video calls; pin a participant’s video to focus on them.
Live streaming: Use LINE Live or integrated broadcast features for broader sharing (where available).

LINE Pay & Wallet: Link payment methods for in-chat payments, stickers purchases, and transfers.
Official Accounts & Bots: Follow official accounts for news, coupons, and use chatbots for services.
LINE Keep & Notes: Save messages, links, and media in Keep; share Notes with group members.
API & Desk: Businesses can use LINE Official Account Manager and Messaging API for automation and CRM.

Block and report: Block/report users from a chat’s settings if necessary.
Read receipts & last seen: Turn off read receipts or hide last seen in Settings → Privacy to control visibility.
Notification settings: Customize per-chat notifications, mute groups, or schedule Do Not Disturb.

Auto-download media: Disable auto-download on mobile to save data; download manually when needed.
Data saver mode: Enable data saver for lower-resolution media during calls.
Clear cache: Regularly clear cache in Settings → Chats to free space without deleting Keep items.

Match tone: Choose stickers that match the conversation tone—friendly, formal, or playful.
Avoid overuse: Don’t overwhelm chats with consecutive stickers; mix text and stickers.
Sticker replies: Use a single sticker as a concise reply when appropriate (e.g., “Thanks”, “OK”).
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